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AL02 EXB

2010 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

74,006 mi
Last recorded74,006 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Beetle54,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL02 EXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 74,006 miles

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))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 70,858 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 67,573 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 64,093 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 59,889 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 56,412 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 52,913 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 47,581 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 47,581 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 41,973 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 41,973 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 36,207 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 36,207 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 32,413 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front ,inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 27,898 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 20,665 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 14,122 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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AL02 EXB is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 54,437 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 AL02 EXB, 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 16 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 AL02 EXB registered?

AL02 EXB is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2010.

Is AL02 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL02 EXB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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