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FL12 GFX

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,888 mi
Last recorded38,888 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL12 GFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 38,888 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 36,915 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 34,344 miles

Central Rear One segment of high level brake light not working.

Front Brake pads appear very worn.

Pass 20 Feb 2023 31,692 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 28,876 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2022 28,834 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 26,374 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge signs of wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing strong advise perishing to o/s/f o/s/r tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 24,783 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 21,168 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 18,344 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 15,425 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 12,635 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 8,652 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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FL12 GFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc 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 FL12 GFX, 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 FL12 GFX registered?

FL12 GFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FL12 GFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL12 GFX 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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