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A8 NFO

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,797 mi
Last recorded97,797 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 NFO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 97,797 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 90,720 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 80,098 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 72,031 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 64,284 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 57,359 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 57,358 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 49,082 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 39,289 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 28,896 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 17,538 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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A8 NFO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A8 NFO, 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

How do I check the history of A8 NFO?

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What year was A8 NFO registered?

A8 NFO is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 September 2013.

Is A8 NFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 NFO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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