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AO10 XAF

2010 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

48,383 mi
Last recorded48,383 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Beetle54,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO10 XAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 48,383 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 May 2025 47,119 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear outer sidewalls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 45,171 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and nsf (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2024 45,171 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and nsf (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 43,105 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 41,118 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 41,118 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 May 2021 39,256 miles

Nearside Front headlight lens milky, beam pattern visable, advise clean or replace

Pass 27 May 2020 37,896 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 35,505 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 32,263 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 28,809 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 25,641 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 25,641 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2015 22,276 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 18,064 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 13,269 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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AO10 XAF is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle in Red 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 AO10 XAF, 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 AO10 XAF registered?

AO10 XAF is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 May 2010.

Is AO10 XAF safe to buy?

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