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BE08 TLE

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

115,282 mi
Last recorded115,282 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE08 TLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 115,282 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 110,188 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 103,182 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 96,383 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Undertray fitted- view to testable items restricted

Vehicle tested in wet conditions

Pass 31 Mar 2022 87,347 miles

Coil spring corroded Both side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 85,872 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 83,964 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 79,435 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 69,877 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 69,877 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 63,667 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 58,446 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 58,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake excessively fluctuating disc's contaminated with paint (3.7.B.3)

rear brake excessively fluctuating disc's contaminated with paint (3.7.B.3)

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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BE08 TLE is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BE08 TLE, 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.

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What year was BE08 TLE registered?

BE08 TLE is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 July 2013.

Is BE08 TLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BE08 TLE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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