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GF62 SXS

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,380 mi
Last recorded55,380 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 SXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 55,380 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 3mm and bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 53,063 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 48,199 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 47,769 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 45,966 miles

Unable to see brakes.

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/55/r17-94w (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 44,059 miles

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 27 Nov 2020 42,447 miles

Child seat fitted to N/S/R

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 30 Nov 2019 40,676 miles

Nail in N/S/R tyre. 215/55/r17-94w

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 11 Dec 2018 35,748 miles

Child seats fitted to rear.

Nail in N/S/F tyre. 215/55/r17-94w

Unable to see brakes.

Fail 4 Dec 2018 35,748 miles

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

Child seats fitted to rear.

Nail in N/S/F tyre. 215/55/r17-94w

Unable to see brakes.

Pass 6 Dec 2017 32,129 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 27,438 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Dec 2015 21,639 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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GF62 SXS is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SXS, 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 GF62 SXS registered?

GF62 SXS is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is GF62 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 SXS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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