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MT62 GKG

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,352 mi
Last recorded89,352 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT62 GKG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 89,352 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 85,572 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning LED's failing (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 85,558 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning LED's failing (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 80,059 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 70,036 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs worn/corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 62,981 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 53,608 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Fail 17 Sep 2020 53,607 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit . (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 43,257 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 31,631 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 29,351 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 25,585 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 21,929 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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MT62 GKG 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 MT62 GKG, 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 MT62 GKG registered?

MT62 GKG is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is MT62 GKG safe to buy?

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