2018 Volkswagen Beetle 1.2L Petrol · WM18 HHB

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 09 June 2026 at 56,321 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a clean pass in October 2025, indicating that the car is currently meeting all statutory safety requirements without immediate mechanical failures or structural concerns. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. Between the October 2025 test and the June 2026 re-test, the car covered only 87 miles, suggesting very low short-term use or long periods of stationary operation. This low annual mileage generally implies less wear on drivetrain components, brake discs, and suspension bushings, though it necessitates a check for dry rubber components or fluid degradation that can affect low-mileage vehicles. Since the MOT history shows no recurring faults or historical advisories, a physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation not captured by the testing equipment. A buyer should check for perishishing or cracking in suspension bushes and wiper blades, which can occur over time regardless of low mileage. Given the long intervals between some tests, verifying the condition of brake fluid and checking for surface corrosion on calipers is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from sitting.