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FV62 ZXK

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,900 mi
Last recorded65,900 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 ZXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 65,900 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 61,442 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 56,735 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 52,007 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 47,681 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 45,884 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2020 45,884 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 42,924 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 38,163 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 33,317 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Oct 2017 33,317 miles

Nearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 29,238 miles

boot open warning permanently displayed despite boot being shut

Fail 28 Oct 2016 29,238 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

boot open warning permanently displayed despite boot being shut

Pass 22 Oct 2015 23,081 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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FV62 ZXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FV62 ZXK, 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 FV62 ZXK registered?

FV62 ZXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 November 2012.

Is FV62 ZXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 ZXK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV62 ZXK have outstanding finance?

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