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FP62 ZRF

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,134 mi
Last recorded56,134 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 ZRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 56,134 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge low / bald. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2025 53,896 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 50,272 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2024 50,272 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing / gaiter insecure. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 47,033 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 43,967 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 43,948 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 41,509 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 39,367 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall age cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall age cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 35,363 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 32,035 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 26,810 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 17,745 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 ZRF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,197cc 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 FP62 ZRF, 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 FP62 ZRF registered?

FP62 ZRF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 December 2012.

Is FP62 ZRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 ZRF 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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