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OE12 KRX

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,798 mi
Last recorded23,798 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE12 KRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 23,798 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 22,051 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 20,211 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 18,139 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 16,231 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 16,231 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 16,094 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 14,057 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 13,366 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 11,991 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 10,149 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 9,550 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 8,268 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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OE12 KRX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OE12 KRX, 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 OE12 KRX registered?

OE12 KRX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is OE12 KRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE12 KRX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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