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SD12 OGB

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,996 mi
Last recorded90,996 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD12 OGB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 90,996 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covers fitted limiting view of some components

Pass 27 Jan 2024 85,147 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2024 84,968 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 80,176 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 76,002 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 61,553 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 48,100 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 38,915 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 32,848 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 25,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 18,874 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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SD12 OGB is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SD12 OGB, 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 SD12 OGB registered?

SD12 OGB is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is SD12 OGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD12 OGB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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