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L88 UGG

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,954 mi
Last recorded96,954 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 UGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 96,954 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 96,954 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 90,118 miles

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

all front and rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 24 Feb 2024 82,998 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 75,667 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 69,434 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 66,995 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 62,316 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2020 62,316 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 56,170 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 48,775 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 41,483 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 35,296 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 35,296 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 28,280 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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L88 UGG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L88 UGG, 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 L88 UGG registered?

L88 UGG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is L88 UGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L88 UGG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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