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GL12 OVH

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,879 mi
Last recorded98,879 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 OVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 98,879 miles

Handbrake has slight movement indicating adjustment or repair may be required

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2026 98,831 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Handbrake has slight movement indicating adjustment or repair may be required

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 91,938 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 77,792 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 67,112 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 57,186 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 45,147 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 40,742 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 24 Jun 2017 34,808 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 28,706 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 23,157 miles

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

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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GL12 OVH is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GL12 OVH, 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 GL12 OVH registered?

GL12 OVH is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is GL12 OVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 OVH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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