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LB12 RWK

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,325 mi
Last recorded60,325 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 RWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 60,325 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 59,716 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 59,089 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 57,599 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 56,399 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 54,649 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 31 Oct 2019 51,809 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 48,243 miles

Nearside Front outer sill panel damaged

Pass 21 Sep 2017 43,329 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 71,709 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 36,709 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 26,983 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 RWK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RWK, 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 LB12 RWK registered?

LB12 RWK is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is LB12 RWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 RWK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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