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MW12 UCL

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,476 mi
Last recorded77,476 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW12 UCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 77,476 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 76,712 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 76,710 miles

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

Timing chain noisy

Pass 14 Dec 2024 70,326 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 69,941 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 69,212 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 68,530 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 67,145 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 66,221 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 65,035 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 63,132 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 55,489 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 34,745 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 27,107 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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MW12 UCL is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MW12 UCL, 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 MW12 UCL?

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What year was MW12 UCL registered?

MW12 UCL is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is MW12 UCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW12 UCL shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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