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AV60 FZO

2010 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,218 mi
Last recorded149,218 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Beetle54,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV60 FZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2010
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 149,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 141,443 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 141,440 miles

Offside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2023 132,011 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 123,702 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 123,694 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under sill as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill as marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 113,454 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 104,752 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 95,673 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2018 86,949 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 82,867 miles

both outer sills corroded

n/s outer sill damaged

Pass 8 Sep 2016 73,493 miles

front brake discs excessively corroded and pitted on inner edges

Pass 19 Aug 2015 67,437 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 67,437 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 59,429 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 47,504 miles

front wipers smeary

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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AV60 FZO is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AV60 FZO, 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

How do I check the history of AV60 FZO?

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What year was AV60 FZO registered?

AV60 FZO is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 September 2010.

Is AV60 FZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV60 FZO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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