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DY62 ZSJ

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,763 mi
Last recorded63,763 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 ZSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 63,763 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2025 63,758 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 57,682 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 50,654 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 Sep 2022 43,221 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 33,755 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 33,755 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides of vehicle (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 27,552 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 22,884 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 19,005 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 16,920 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 14,777 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 12,325 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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DY62 ZSJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DY62 ZSJ, 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 DY62 ZSJ registered?

DY62 ZSJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is DY62 ZSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY62 ZSJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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