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ML18 MVR

2018 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,377 mi
Last recorded25,377 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Beetle27,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML18 MVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 25,377 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 22,881 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 19,997 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 15,423 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 11,063 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 6,401 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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ML18 MVR is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 27,218 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 ML18 MVR, 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 8 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 ML18 MVR registered?

ML18 MVR is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2018.

Is ML18 MVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML18 MVR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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