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BN63 ZDE

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

139,850 mi
Last recorded139,850 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN63 ZDE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 139,850 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2026

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt DROP LINK (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 127,828 miles

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside rear tyre wearing uneven stepping inner edge

No print out of smoke test, due to low emissions

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen slight damage

Pass 5 Mar 2024 114,110 miles

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

No print out of smoke test, due to low emissions

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

Windscreen slight damage

Fail 5 Mar 2024 114,110 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/17 94V (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

No print out of smoke test, due to low emissions

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

Windscreen slight damage

Pass 6 Mar 2023 100,317 miles

No print out of smoke test, due to low emissions

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2023 99,989 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

No print out of smoke test, due to low emissions

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 84,387 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2022 84,387 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment caliper (1.1.15 (f))

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

hand brake travel but not excessive

Pass 2 Mar 2020 61,797 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

No print out of smoke test, due to low emissions

Pass 5 Mar 2019 51,120 miles

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

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 28 Feb 2018 35,491 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 18,829 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit off side front tyre is starting to wear on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 18,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit off side front tyre is starting to wear on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

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 ZDE is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZDE, 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 ZDE registered?

BN63 ZDE is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is BN63 ZDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN63 ZDE shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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