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L999 BUG

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,930 mi
Last recorded80,930 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL999 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2025 80,930 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 77,826 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 75,129 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2022 72,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge and screw in tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 69,110 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 66,852 miles

Nearside Rear Loud squeal when wheel spun. Brake pad condition difficult to see.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 60,334 miles

Engine bay covers and undertays fitted obscuring some components

Front Both front tyres wearing inner shoulders

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush starting to debond observed with vehicle raised (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush starting to debond observed with vehicle raised (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 53,254 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 43,045 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 28,525 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 17,666 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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L999 BUG 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 100%.

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 L999 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L999 BUG registered?

L999 BUG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is L999 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L999 BUG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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