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DV62 VPX

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,975 mi
Last recorded46,975 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV62 VPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 46,975 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 44,718 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 43,414 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 43,414 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2023 41,331 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 39,155 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 37,995 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 35,905 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 34,834 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 30,934 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 26,051 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 24,203 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 15,904 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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DV62 VPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,197cc 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 DV62 VPX, 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 DV62 VPX registered?

DV62 VPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 October 2012.

Is DV62 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV62 VPX 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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