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FP62 OBK

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,511 mi
Last recorded120,511 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 OBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 120,511 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 112,268 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 104,158 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 96,525 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 84,610 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 78,258 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2019 71,631 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 62,728 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 53,505 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 44,737 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 40,500 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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FP62 OBK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FP62 OBK, 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

How do I check the history of FP62 OBK?

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What year was FP62 OBK registered?

FP62 OBK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is FP62 OBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 OBK shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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