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PJ12 TXX

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,268 mi
Last recorded113,268 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 TXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 113,268 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 113,268 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 111,244 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2025 111,226 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 104,354 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2024 104,354 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 97,089 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 96,015 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 92,302 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 82,716 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 78,960 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 78,960 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 65,299 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 49,730 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 37,855 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 28,377 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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PJ12 TXX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ12 TXX, 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 PJ12 TXX registered?

PJ12 TXX is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is PJ12 TXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ12 TXX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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