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AY13 UVM

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,183 mi
Last recorded39,183 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY13 UVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 39,183 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre made 4612 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre made 4612 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 39,178 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre made 4612 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre made 4612 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 37,008 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 34,349 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 34,349 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 31,948 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 29,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 26,637 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 23,775 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 21,282 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 18,707 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 15,246 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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AY13 UVM is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 50,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY13 UVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY13 UVM registered?

AY13 UVM is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is AY13 UVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY13 UVM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY13 UVM have outstanding finance?

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