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GJ62 XOV

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,361 mi
Last recorded61,361 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 XOV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 61,361 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 59,990 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 56,622 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 52,504 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rubber Bush Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 52,504 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rubber Bush Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 48,461 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Faces Pitted both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Faces Pitted both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Sep 2022 48,460 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rubber Broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Faces Pitted both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner Faces Pitted both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 45,019 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs pitted/corroded on inner side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 42,807 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front Disc Inner Faces are Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 39,976 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 36,427 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 29,693 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 13 Sep 2016 25,174 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 21,584 miles

Rear 2 x child seats fitted on rear seats

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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GJ62 XOV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc 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 GJ62 XOV, 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 GJ62 XOV registered?

GJ62 XOV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 September 2012.

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