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GL62 MTU

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,966 mi
Last recorded75,966 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 MTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 75,966 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2025 64,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose glass (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2024 53,617 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2023 44,136 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 44,005 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2019 43,489 miles

handbrake long

underbody covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2018 42,636 miles

underbody covers fitted

Fail 29 Nov 2018 42,636 miles

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

underbody covers fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2017 41,592 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 34,480 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 26,516 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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GL62 MTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,968cc diesel 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 GL62 MTU, 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 GL62 MTU registered?

GL62 MTU is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is GL62 MTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 MTU 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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