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ML62 VUF

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,112 mi
Last recorded112,112 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML62 VUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 112,112 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 96,916 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 96,896 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 96,896 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 96,746 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 85,348 miles

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

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

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

engine/under covers

Pass 11 Mar 2021 73,211 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all appear to have been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

top covers under trays sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2019 55,457 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 41,307 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 40,393 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2017 33,017 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 26,461 miles

front inner brake pads low

Fail 13 Jan 2016 26,461 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front inner brake pads low

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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ML62 VUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ML62 VUF, 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 ML62 VUF registered?

ML62 VUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is ML62 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML62 VUF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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