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BK13 XJH

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,195 mi
Last recorded45,195 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK13 XJH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 45,195 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 39,697 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 37,862 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 35,302 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 32,683 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 32,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2021 31,267 miles

Offside rear tyre cracked on tread

Wipers poor

Pass 14 Apr 2020 30,509 miles

front pads worn

osr tyre perishing on side wall

Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,183 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 21,290 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 17,082 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 13,141 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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BK13 XJH is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BK13 XJH, 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 BK13 XJH?

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What year was BK13 XJH registered?

BK13 XJH is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 May 2013.

Is BK13 XJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK13 XJH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK13 XJH have outstanding finance?

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