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2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,817 mi
Last recorded75,817 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL62 CSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 75,817 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 61,748 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 49,847 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 36,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2022 36,232 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 34,172 miles

Under trays fitted, preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 31 Dec 2020 33,098 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split still clearing screen fully (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split still clearing screen fully (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 32,345 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 29,777 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 26,254 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 22,560 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 13,761 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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LL62 CSV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black 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 LL62 CSV, 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 LL62 CSV registered?

LL62 CSV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is LL62 CSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL62 CSV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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