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FT62 AEF

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,875 mi
Last recorded24,875 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT62 AEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 24,875 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Fail 6 Nov 2025 24,873 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split causing not to clear screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 24,745 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to check certain items.

Pass 9 Nov 2023 24,144 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to inspect certain items.

Pass 8 Nov 2022 24,004 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 23,952 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover & undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Pass 11 Nov 2020 23,832 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 23,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2018 21,858 miles

Engine under-tray fitted restricts view of components

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 20,506 miles

Nearside Front Minor damage tyre wall

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking slightly

Offside Front Tyre 3.5mm and starting to crack

Offside Rear Tyre cracking slightly

Pass 27 Oct 2016 18,224 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 16,777 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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FT62 AEF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FT62 AEF, 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 FT62 AEF registered?

FT62 AEF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 November 2012.

Is FT62 AEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT62 AEF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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