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OV62 JVZ

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

105,559 mi
Last recorded105,559 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 JVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 105,559 miles

Advise front tyres cracking in tread edges and tread

Advise rear b/pads 50-60 %worn

Advise rear tyres cracking in tread edges and tread

Pass 4 Dec 2024 104,872 miles

Advise body damage to o/s/r wheel arch

Pass 29 Nov 2023 104,497 miles

Advise front tyres cracking in tread edges and tread

Advise rear tyres cracking in tread edges and tread

Pass 19 Dec 2022 101,021 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 101,021 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Dec 2021 91,445 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 84,429 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 72,183 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 72,183 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 60,898 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 51,422 miles

Nearside Rear Door trim damaged

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 42,246 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 36,899 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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OV62 JVZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol 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 OV62 JVZ, 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 OV62 JVZ registered?

OV62 JVZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is OV62 JVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 JVZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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