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NU62 DNV

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,865 mi
Last recorded138,865 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU62 DNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 138,865 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2025 138,863 miles

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring not located in lower spring seat

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 116,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged uneven tread wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged uneven tread wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 97,180 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 84,230 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 71,531 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 65,786 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 65,786 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 57,753 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 49,218 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 45,166 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 40,147 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 40,083 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 23,206 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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NU62 DNV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 NU62 DNV, 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 NU62 DNV registered?

NU62 DNV is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is NU62 DNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU62 DNV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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