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OV12 XZO

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,905 mi
Last recorded65,905 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 XZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 65,905 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 61,436 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Offside and nearside rear ()

Nearside outer c.v boot deteriorated

Fail 11 Mar 2025 61,436 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Offside and nearside rear ()

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

Nearside outer c.v boot deteriorated

Pass 11 Mar 2024 57,471 miles

Nearside outer c.v boot deteriorated

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Mar 2023 53,055 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Offside and nearside rear ()

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 48,031 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Mar 2021 41,853 miles

Front brake pads, wearing thin

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2020 37,011 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 37,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2019 34,882 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2018 29,970 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 29,970 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 28,425 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 26,985 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 24,089 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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OV12 XZO is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV12 XZO, 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 OV12 XZO registered?

OV12 XZO is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is OV12 XZO safe to buy?

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