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A3 TYB

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,943 mi
Last recorded116,943 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 TYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 116,943 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Aug 2025 116,935 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 115,076 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 105,951 miles

Both rear tyres perished/splitting

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Really bad (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 90,015 miles

Brake pedal has slight reduced servo assistance

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside rear axle beam is slightly corroded at coil spring mount

Pass 16 Jun 2021 81,161 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 74,318 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 68,308 miles

Tinting product on all light surfaces

Pass 23 Jun 2018 60,003 miles

All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Both rear tyres severely perished/splitting

Engine cover & under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Almost on wear indicators + inner edge very low (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 14 Jun 2018 59,685 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both lamps have faulty LED (Flickering on & off) (4.7.2 (a))

All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Both rear tyres severely perished/splitting

Engine cover & under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Almost on wear indicators + inner edge very low (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 52,199 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 405,484 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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A3 TYB is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Black 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 A3 TYB, 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 A3 TYB registered?

A3 TYB is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 June 2013.

Is A3 TYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 TYB 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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