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DU62 FRR

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,464 mi
Last recorded116,464 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 FRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 116,464 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 111,484 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 104,878 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 94,261 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 94,261 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 82,999 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 68,348 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 53,767 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 21 Jul 2017 40,389 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 26,824 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 11,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2015 11,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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DU62 FRR is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DU62 FRR, 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 DU62 FRR registered?

DU62 FRR is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is DU62 FRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU62 FRR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DU62 FRR have outstanding finance?

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