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VK62 XXL

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,245 mi
Last recorded37,245 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Beetle52,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 XXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 37,245 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Mild surface corrosion on some suspension components

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 37,245 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Mild surface corrosion on some suspension components

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 35,069 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Multiple suspension components corroded

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 32,553 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning numerous led beginning to fail or flicker, just over 50% remain good after a period of being on. (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall deteriorated/cracking around tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall deteriorated/cracking around tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2023 32,546 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush bonding has broken and bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning numerous led beginning to fail or flicker, just over 50% remain good after a period of being on. (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall deteriorated/cracking around tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall deteriorated/cracking around tread edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 28,962 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 26,527 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 24,833 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 23,262 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 19,528 miles

centre high level brake light has one led not working.

front number plate starting too delaminate.

Fail 25 Sep 2018 19,526 miles

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

centre high level brake light has one led not working.

front number plate starting too delaminate.

Pass 21 Sep 2017 14,214 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 10,347 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 7,353 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 XXL is a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,197cc 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 VK62 XXL, 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 VK62 XXL registered?

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

Is VK62 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 XXL 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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