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FH62 CYX

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,573 mi
Last recorded114,573 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH62 CYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 114,573 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 109,368 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer sidewalls worn due to under inflation (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 103,587 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded on face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm (rear bushes) deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged O/S/R tyre outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres age cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 100,486 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH Rear brake discs ridged (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Engine bay covers and undertrays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewalls of tyre ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front tyres inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 100,486 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH Rear brake discs ridged (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Engine bay covers and undertrays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Sidewalls of tyre ran flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH Front tyres inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 94,382 miles

Engine bay covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 94,288 miles

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

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

Engine bay covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 88,101 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 82,465 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to inner and outer sidewall but not through to cords at time of test (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 74,559 miles

under body panels fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 5 Dec 2017 62,557 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

under body panels fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 9 Dec 2016 44,305 miles

Front Both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges. 215/55/17

Under body panels fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 14 Dec 2015 32,650 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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FH62 CYX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,390cc petrol 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 FH62 CYX, 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 FH62 CYX registered?

FH62 CYX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is FH62 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH62 CYX 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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