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OV62 JXT

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

112,667 mi
Last recorded112,667 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 JXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 112,667 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 107,666 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Rubber Bush Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 101,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Rubber Bush Starting To Separate/ Deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Rubber Bush Starting To Separate/ Deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 92,303 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 90,254 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 88,002 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 82,981 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 82,981 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working LED light unit (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 76,361 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 61,887 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 47,559 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 40,020 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 40,020 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 JXT is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey 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 JXT, 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 OV62 JXT registered?

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

Is OV62 JXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 JXT 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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