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SM62 URR

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

90,205 mi
Last recorded90,205 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 URR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 90,205 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 19 Jul 2025 82,861 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 16 Feb 2024 82,803 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 81,080 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 80,165 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2020 77,422 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2019 74,241 miles

Engine oil leak

Front Registration plate started to deteriorate

Pass 16 Nov 2018 69,187 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 69,187 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 54,426 miles

unable to test n/s/f seat belt as dog bed fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2016 41,798 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 29,377 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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SM62 URR is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SM62 URR, 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 SM62 URR registered?

SM62 URR is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 December 2012.

Is SM62 URR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 URR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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