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DA12 FNG

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,411 mi
Last recorded28,411 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 FNG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 28,411 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 24,127 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 19,861 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 15,354 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 11,683 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 11,429 miles

Advise all tyres cracked.

Fail 26 Apr 2021 11,417 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Advise all tyres cracked.

Pass 10 Jul 2020 10,926 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 9,739 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 9,441 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 8,030 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 7,253 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 6,000 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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DA12 FNG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DA12 FNG, 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 DA12 FNG registered?

DA12 FNG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is DA12 FNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA12 FNG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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