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CU13 XYV

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,944 mi
Last recorded42,944 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU13 XYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 42,944 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 42,425 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 41,495 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 40,736 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 39,383 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 39,383 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 37,919 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 37,034 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 37,034 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 35,031 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 32,194 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 29,216 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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CU13 XYV is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 CU13 XYV, 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 CU13 XYV registered?

CU13 XYV is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 March 2013.

Is CU13 XYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU13 XYV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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