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AV62 PNN

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

102,775 mi
Last recorded102,775 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 PNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 102,775 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALSO, REAR SPRINGS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIPPED, UPPER, CENTRE. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 100,307 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 95,877 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underbody components corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2022 91,694 miles

underbody components corroded

Fail 18 Oct 2022 91,694 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

underbody components corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2022 91,666 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 89,867 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 89,865 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 76,727 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

centre exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 18 May 2020 68,928 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 56,812 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 56,812 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 49,067 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 49,067 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 39,572 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 36,940 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 32,160 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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AV62 PNN is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 52,902 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV62 PNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV62 PNN registered?

AV62 PNN is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 October 2012.

Is AV62 PNN safe to buy?

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