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AF15 MHL

2015 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,576 mi
Last recorded56,576 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle41,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF15 MHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 56,576 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 54,909 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 53,658 miles

Covers Fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2023 49,567 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 49,565 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 44,232 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 44,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 41,205 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 40,449 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 32,796 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 24,296 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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AF15 MHL is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 41,051 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 AF15 MHL, 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 11 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 AF15 MHL registered?

AF15 MHL is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 March 2015.

Is AF15 MHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF15 MHL 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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