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FN12 LJL

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,073 mi
Last recorded87,073 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 LJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 87,073 miles

all four tyres small cracks

Pass 27 Feb 2025 85,276 miles

Nearside Front fog light lens cracked

Fail 27 Feb 2025 85,276 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter housing leaking/requires new filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog light lens cracked

TPMS light on

Pass 24 Feb 2024 82,590 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 78,952 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 74,464 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 70,790 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 70,790 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 68,451 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 57,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Feb 2019 57,997 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2018 48,083 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 35,879 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 26,707 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 19,894 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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FN12 LJL is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FN12 LJL, 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 FN12 LJL registered?

FN12 LJL is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FN12 LJL safe to buy?

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