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CK12 VBL

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,489 mi
Last recorded113,489 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK12 VBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 113,489 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 108,365 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2024 108,349 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 100,012 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 95,493 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2022 95,493 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 89,310 miles

Both rear brake discs corroded

Wheel trims or covers fitted not allowing inspection of wheel nut/bolts

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 81,706 miles

Wheel trims covering wheel bolts

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

Fail 2 Jul 2019 81,700 miles

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

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror glass loose

Wheel trims covering wheel bolts

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 78,166 miles

Both sides front lower suspension arm bushes perishing

Exhaust starting to corrode

Fail 19 Jun 2018 78,166 miles

Both sides front lower suspension arm bushes perishing

Exhaust starting to corrode

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 74,023 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Undertrays/Undershields fitted

Pass 3 May 2016 66,461 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' chips (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 59,259 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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CK12 VBL is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CK12 VBL, 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 CK12 VBL registered?

CK12 VBL is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2012.

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