2016 Volkswagen Beetle 1.2L Petrol · EL12 EDD

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean MOT history in its most recent inspections. The May 2025 test at 109,701 miles returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows two consecutive years of passing without issue in 2024 and 2023, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a consistent state of repair during its recent service life. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical ten-year usage pattern, averaging approximately 10,970 miles per annum. The data shows a steady increase from 58,806 miles in late 2021 to the current 109,701 miles. The jump from 80,549 miles in May 2023 to 98,676 miles in May 2024 indicates a period of higher annual usage, though it remains within reasonable parameters for a vehicle of this age. While the record is largely clean, the failure recorded on 30 December 2021 at 58,805 miles indicates a minor setback, though the subsequent pass suggests the issue was rectified immediately. Given the current mileage of nearly 110,000 miles, a buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of high-wear components. Focus should be placed on the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, as these often show signs of fatigue around this mileage threshold. The absence of advisories regarding corrosion or brake wear in the recent history is encouraging. However, a mechanical inspection should still verify the condition of the brake discs and calipers to ensure no binding or uneven wear has developed since the last test. Checking the integrity of the exhaust system and the condition of the tyres is also advised to confirm the vehicle's continued adherence to the standards seen in the DVSA records.