2014 Volkswagen Beetle 1.2L Petrol · YY64 AOW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 7 March 2026 at 21,338 miles. The maintenance trend is generally stable, though the most recent test sequence shows a slight decline in mechanical condition. The car failed on 6 March 2026 due to a fractured offside front coil spring, a defect that was rectified within 24 hours to secure the pass. The mileage is exceptionally low for a twelve year old vehicle, averaging roughly 1,778 miles per year. The record shows a significant period of stagnation between September 2019 and March 2021, where the odometer moved only 32 miles. A more consistent usage pattern emerged after 2021, with the mileage increasing from 3,658 miles in March 2021 to 21,338 miles by March 2026. Low mileage often masks degradation caused by long periods of standing. The March 2024 test at 15,506 miles highlights this risk, as the tester flagged all four tyres as cracking or perishing. This indicates the rubber had degraded due to age rather than tread wear. The presence of an under-inflated tyre and an illuminated TPMS light during that same test suggests a lapse in basic preventative maintenance. A buyer should specifically inspect the remaining suspension components and the current age of the tyres. While the offside front coil spring was replaced in March 2026, the opposite side may be subject to similar fatigue. Given the history of perishing rubber, verify that all four tyres have been replaced since 2024 to ensure the vehicle is not running on aged, brittle compounds that compromise grip.