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DG62 FBB

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,159 mi
Last recorded75,159 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 FBB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2022 75,159 miles

n/s o/s rear tyres perrished and split close to limits

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2021 66,780 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2021 66,690 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively INNER FACE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 61,231 miles

oil level on min

Fail 14 Oct 2020 60,988 miles

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

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

oil level on min

Pass 12 Oct 2019 53,418 miles

CAR DUE SERVICE

EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN FOR TEST

Fail 12 Oct 2019 53,418 miles

CAR DUE SERVICE

EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN FOR TEST

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 46,492 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 37,238 miles

Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 30,181 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 21,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

items removed from drivers view prior to test

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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DG62 FBB is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,968cc diesel 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 DG62 FBB, 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 DG62 FBB registered?

DG62 FBB is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 October 2012.

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