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LB12 PFU

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,293 mi
Last recorded78,293 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 PFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 78,293 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 73,023 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 70,290 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))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 70,290 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 67,569 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 65,195 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 60,192 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 48,399 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 1 May 2018 35,027 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 23,308 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 18,412 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2015 13,645 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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LB12 PFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,197cc 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 LB12 PFU, 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 LB12 PFU registered?

LB12 PFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is LB12 PFU safe to buy?

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