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AV60 GBF

2010 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,485 mi
Last recorded55,485 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Beetle54,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV60 GBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 55,485 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 55,485 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 49,889 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 45,280 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 40,635 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 40,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 32,841 miles

Both rear tyres have age cracking to outer sidewalls and in between tread

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners ()

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Jun 2017 32,841 miles

Both rear tyres have age cracking to outer sidewalls and in between tread

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air fresheners ()

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 26,969 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 24,350 miles

both outer sills dented

front tyres perished, rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 18 Jun 2015 24,350 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both outer sills dented

front tyres perished, rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 19 Jun 2014 17,610 miles

Both front sills slightly damaged

scuff on n/s/r bumper

Pass 20 Jan 2014 17,484 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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AV60 GBF is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GBF, 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.

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What year was AV60 GBF registered?

AV60 GBF is a 2010 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 September 2010.

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