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LD62 DNF

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,753 mi
Last recorded93,753 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD62 DNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 93,753 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 88,747 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both rear coil springs corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2024 88,675 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding BRAKE LOCKED ON.DIFFICULTY IN ASSESSMENT OF OTHER COMPONENTS IN RELATION TO THIS FAILURE . (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both outer constant velocity joints gaiters leaking grease

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2023 83,416 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

centre stop light has some light sources not working

Pass 8 Aug 2022 80,159 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven and getting close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 75,639 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective torn (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 75,639 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective torn (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 70,475 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 66,669 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 59,860 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 59,860 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 51,146 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 42,044 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 39,491 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 39,491 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 39,261 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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LD62 DNF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LD62 DNF, 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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LD62 DNF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 September 2012.

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