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A2 JOO

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,319 mi
Last recorded40,319 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 JOO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 40,319 miles

covers fitted to underside

Pass 15 Aug 2024 38,524 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 36,721 miles

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

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

covers fitted to underside

zero emissions

Pass 21 Jun 2022 33,814 miles

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

covers fitted to underside

zero emissions

Fail 20 Jun 2022 33,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

covers fitted to underside

zero emissions

Pass 26 Sep 2020 29,378 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers fitted to underside

zero emissions

Pass 26 Sep 2019 26,560 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 23,468 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 20,573 miles

zero emissions

Fail 27 Sep 2017 20,573 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

zero emissions

Pass 20 Sep 2016 15,498 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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A2 JOO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A2 JOO, 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.

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What year was A2 JOO registered?

A2 JOO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2013.

Is A2 JOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 JOO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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