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CB12 CPB

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,142 mi
Last recorded74,142 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCB12 CPB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 74,142 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 69,296 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 64,459 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2023 64,459 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 59,450 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 54,023 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 49,205 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 45,127 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 39,486 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has screw in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 34,366 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 29 Nov 2017 34,366 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Dec 2016 28,843 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Recommend front wheel alignment check/adjust

Fail 5 Dec 2016 28,820 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/55/17 V (4.1.D.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Recommend front wheel alignment check/adjust

Pass 27 Nov 2015 22,518 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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CB12 CPB is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CB12 CPB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CB12 CPB registered?

CB12 CPB is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is CB12 CPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CB12 CPB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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