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GF62 FDK

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,539 mi
Last recorded85,539 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 FDK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 85,539 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 80,092 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 7 Mar 2024 73,341 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 65,687 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 60,229 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 57,643 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 54,506 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 48,079 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 43,577 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 37,815 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 37,330 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 31,759 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 22,906 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 22,906 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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GF62 FDK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel 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 GF62 FDK, 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 GF62 FDK registered?

GF62 FDK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is GF62 FDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 FDK 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.

Does GF62 FDK have outstanding finance?

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