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KC62 BUG

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,213 mi
Last recorded94,213 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC62 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 94,213 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 83,839 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 74,884 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 64,773 miles

wheel covers prevent inspection of the brakes

Pass 22 Nov 2021 56,208 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 48,191 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 48,191 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 43,737 miles

Front front tyres 3/3.5mm

Nearside Rear tyre 2.00mm

Pass 16 Nov 2018 38,016 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 32,523 miles

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Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner - back (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner -back (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 27,288 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 23,450 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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KC62 BUG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KC62 BUG, 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 KC62 BUG registered?

KC62 BUG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is KC62 BUG safe to buy?

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