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VK62 XPE

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,267 mi
Last recorded62,267 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 XPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2025 62,267 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 60,383 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 58,334 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 55,923 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays obscuring some components

Pass 27 Sep 2021 54,140 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 23 Sep 2020 52,183 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 50,394 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 15 Sep 2018 47,973 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 45,255 miles

engine bay covers and under body trays

Pass 24 Sep 2016 41,363 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 35,747 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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VK62 XPE is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK62 XPE, 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 VK62 XPE?

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What year was VK62 XPE registered?

VK62 XPE is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is VK62 XPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 XPE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK62 XPE have outstanding finance?

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