2013 Volkswagen Beetle 1.4L Petrol · AB13 LEB

The Volkswagen Beetle presents a currently roadworthy status following a pass at 76,966 miles on 11 July 2025, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent test showed no defects, and prior passes in 2024 and 2023 also recorded clean results. The vehicle's test pattern indicates no ongoing mechanical or structural concerns flagged by DVSA testers. Mileage sits at 76,966 against a 2013 build, equating to roughly 5,920 miles per year and confirming light use for its age. The record shows 59,929 miles at the July 2023 test, rising to 70,624 by July 2024 and 76,692 at the failed July 2025 attempt, a steady annual accumulation near 6,000 miles with no abrupt jumps. Two failed tests on 2 July 2025 and 3 July 2023 list no defects, implying administrative or presentation issues rather than recorded faults, and the sparse clean history gives little evidence of deferred consumable care. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers given the low standing-time risk of perished rubbers or seized components. The absence of advisories across five tests suggests previous keepers addressed wear before each examination, though corroded subframes or exhaust emissions faults may evade detection without ramp access. Verify the reason for the two no-defect failures, as repeated rejection without recorded faults points to minor non-compliance such as number plate or lamp presentation. Confirm tyre tread depth and wiper condition visually, since these consumables leave no trail in a clean MOT record.