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EJ62 WZF

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

13,498 mi
Last recorded13,498 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ62 WZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 13,498 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test items on mirror ()

Pass 18 Nov 2024 11,411 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 10,527 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 9,198 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 7,915 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 6,893 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 6,140 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 5,418 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2019 5,418 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 5,290 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 4,563 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 3,740 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 3,020 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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EJ62 WZF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red 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 EJ62 WZF, 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 EJ62 WZF registered?

EJ62 WZF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is EJ62 WZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ62 WZF 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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