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SJ62 VFC

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,467 mi
Last recorded51,467 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ62 VFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 51,467 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 49,127 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 46,991 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 44,678 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 41,995 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 40,251 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 38,414 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 38,414 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 35,662 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 31,592 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 28,825 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 25,211 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 25,211 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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SJ62 VFC is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,390cc 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 SJ62 VFC, 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 SJ62 VFC registered?

SJ62 VFC is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is SJ62 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ62 VFC 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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