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AE13 TNK

2013 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

116,333 mi
Last recorded116,333 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Beetle50,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 TNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 116,333 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 111,007 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 97,465 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 97,458 miles

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))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 83,486 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 71,952 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 66,514 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 61,534 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 52,107 miles

front tyres worn to about 3mm

Pass 15 Jan 2018 47,701 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 42,435 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 36,845 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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AE13 TNK is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AE13 TNK, 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 AE13 TNK?

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What year was AE13 TNK registered?

AE13 TNK is a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 March 2013.

Is AE13 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE13 TNK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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