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SJ62 VFM

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,929 mi
Last recorded58,929 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ62 VFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 58,929 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 58,111 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 57,711 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

OSR brakes squeeling

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 57,341 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 56,757 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2020 55,654 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2019 47,529 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 47,497 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing dated 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 38,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Oct 2017 30,959 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 30,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 22,087 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 16,744 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 16,742 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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 VFM is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VFM, 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

How do I check the history of SJ62 VFM?

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What year was SJ62 VFM registered?

SJ62 VFM is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is SJ62 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ62 VFM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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