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MF62 GVY

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

101,017 mi
Last recorded101,017 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF62 GVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 101,017 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 88,058 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 88,050 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 87,920 miles

advise cant see brake pads clearly

Pass 21 Jun 2023 87,409 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 84,278 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 79,062 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 71,430 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 67,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 56,273 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 56,273 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 44,673 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 33,696 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 23,300 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2015 22,429 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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MF62 GVY is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MF62 GVY, 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

How do I check the history of MF62 GVY?

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What year was MF62 GVY registered?

MF62 GVY is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is MF62 GVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF62 GVY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MF62 GVY have outstanding finance?

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