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BU62 ZTY

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

161,443 mi
Last recorded161,443 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU62 ZTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2022 161,443 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 161,443 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 141,430 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2021 141,430 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 120,009 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 105,000 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 75,944 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 64,334 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 64,334 miles

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2016 53,987 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 40,314 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection to certain items underneath

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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BU62 ZTY is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BU62 ZTY, 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 BU62 ZTY registered?

BU62 ZTY is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is BU62 ZTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU62 ZTY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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