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AY13 VBO

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,982 mi
Last recorded79,982 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY13 VBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 79,982 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 77,311 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 70,406 miles

Nearside Rear 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 10 May 2023 60,358 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 50,303 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 41,324 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 39,913 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Front & Rear Covered In Grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 37,642 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 29,680 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 23,533 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 16,578 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 VBO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VBO, 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

How do I check the history of AY13 VBO?

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What year was AY13 VBO registered?

AY13 VBO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is AY13 VBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY13 VBO shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY13 VBO have outstanding finance?

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