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FD62 JXP

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

169,789 mi
Last recorded169,789 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD62 JXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 169,789 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2024 163,429 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2024 163,438 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 148,082 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 134,767 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 119,162 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 103,605 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 90,821 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 78,613 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 66,904 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 56,807 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 43,916 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside edges

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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FD62 JXP is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FD62 JXP, 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 FD62 JXP registered?

FD62 JXP is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 December 2012.

Is FD62 JXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD62 JXP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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