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AM18 BUG

2018 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,165 mi
Last recorded29,165 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Beetle27,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM18 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 29,165 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 23,350 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 18,286 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 13,557 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 10,959 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 9,506 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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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AM18 BUG is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 27,218 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 AM18 BUG, 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 8 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 AM18 BUG?

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What year was AM18 BUG registered?

AM18 BUG is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is AM18 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM18 BUG shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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