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BN63 FGO

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,411 mi
Last recorded113,411 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN63 FGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 113,411 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm and 2 x nails (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2024 101,156 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 98,974 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 98,974 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 90,288 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 76,853 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 51,933 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush worn/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 47,195 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 35,081 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 25,579 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 17,601 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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BN63 FGO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN63 FGO, 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 BN63 FGO registered?

BN63 FGO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is BN63 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN63 FGO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN63 FGO have outstanding finance?

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