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CUE 841L

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,998 mi
Last recorded128,998 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUE 841L
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 128,998 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2026 128,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also has nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2025 124,522 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2025 124,522 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 118,879 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 118,879 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2023 113,067 miles

rubber bushes starting to deteriorate, all discs worn not excessively, both front tyres approaching legal limit, passenger front drop link has slight play

Pass 26 Apr 2022 107,857 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 102,988 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 Apr 2021 102,987 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Apr 2020 98,167 miles

Nearside Front 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 30 Jan 2019 92,935 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 80,226 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 65,142 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 58,476 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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CUE 841L is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CUE 841L, 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 CUE 841L registered?

CUE 841L is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is CUE 841L safe to buy?

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