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LB12 YKJ

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,768 mi
Last recorded43,768 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 YKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 43,768 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 42,014 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 40,365 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 38,860 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 36,569 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 34,303 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))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 32,643 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 30,479 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 27,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 24,308 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 19,214 miles

both frt wiper blades slightly split

handbrake travel

utray fitted engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2015 14,370 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 YKJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LB12 YKJ, 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 YKJ registered?

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

Is LB12 YKJ safe to buy?

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