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GJ12 KZC

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,534 mi
Last recorded133,534 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 KZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 133,534 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 128,468 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Just on 10mm but affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 128,468 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Just on 10mm but affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 124,355 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 120,044 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 114,778 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 108,973 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 108,973 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 104,196 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 90,881 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 77,517 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 77,517 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 62,665 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 46,639 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 46,234 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Fog lamp unit lens broken

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 31,604 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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GJ12 KZC is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GJ12 KZC, 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

How do I check the history of GJ12 KZC?

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What year was GJ12 KZC registered?

GJ12 KZC is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is GJ12 KZC safe to buy?

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