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LC07 LUV

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

19,686 mi
Last recorded19,686 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC07 LUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 19,686 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also very slightly perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 17,445 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 15,600 miles

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

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

offside front inner wishbone bush starting to perish

Pass 26 Oct 2022 14,092 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 12,047 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 12,047 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracking in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2020 10,671 miles

FRONT BRAKES 25% UNBALANCED

Pass 30 Oct 2019 8,821 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 8,821 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 7,897 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 7,411 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 6,429 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 4,879 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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LC07 LUV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,968cc diesel 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 LC07 LUV, 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 LC07 LUV registered?

LC07 LUV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is LC07 LUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC07 LUV 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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