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EBY 21J

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,932 mi
Last recorded100,932 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBY 21J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 100,932 miles

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

Front bumper is damaged

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

engine undertrays present obscuring view of suspension, steering and braking components

Pass 17 Dec 2024 98,365 miles

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

Front bumper is damaged

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

Offside Front Front fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 18 Dec 2023 94,855 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 91,240 miles

Front number plate starting to deteriorate

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 86,792 miles

both front wishbone rear bushes cracked

front number plate slightly deteriated

Fail 14 Dec 2021 86,792 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

both front wishbone rear bushes cracked

front number plate slightly deteriated

Pass 9 Dec 2020 81,208 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 79,697 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 69,370 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 69,370 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 58,037 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 58,037 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 49,635 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 40,557 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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EBY 21J is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EBY 21J, 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 EBY 21J registered?

EBY 21J is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is EBY 21J safe to buy?

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