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FV62 ZYG

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,825 mi
Last recorded97,825 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 97,825 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 94,146 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 94,146 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2024 88,267 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 81,745 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 76,365 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 72,986 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 72,986 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 71,936 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 69,575 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 65,939 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2017 58,644 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 40,203 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 21,341 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 ZYG 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 85.7%.

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 FV62 ZYG, 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 ZYG registered?

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

Is FV62 ZYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 ZYG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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