2010 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · SP10 PLF
2010 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 13 Jul 2010. Recorded mileage 79,190 miles. MOT valid until 09 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,190 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP10 PLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/06/2026
- 79,190 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SP10 PLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (SP10 PLF) between February 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”; “Central Exhaust system insecure sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))”; “Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
SP10 PLF Mileage History
- 28/02/202364,784 mi
- 11/03/202470,930 mi+6,146 mi
- 27/05/202570,955 mi+25 mi
- 29/05/202570,962 mi+7 mi
- 11/06/202679,190 mi+8,228 mi
Average of roughly 4,389 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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