2012 Volkswagen Beetle 1.2L Petrol · EH02 BNY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed the 14 January 2026 MOT at 72,372 miles with no recorded defects. Recent results show an improving trend after a series of failures in 2023 and 2025; the last three tests (2024‑12‑05, 2023‑12‑20 and 2026‑01‑14) all recorded clean passes, indicating that the most recent maintenance work has addressed the earlier deficiencies. Mileage has risen from 19,285 miles on 29 September 2015 to 72,372 miles on 14 January 2026, an average of roughly 5,200 miles per year. This low annual figure suggests light use rather than periods of intensive driving, and no abrupt spikes appear in the record. The steady progression of mileage aligns with the relatively low‑wear pattern observed in the MOT data. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the front suspension and coil springs, which have been flagged repeatedly: a fractured front coil spring in November 2023, a broken off‑side front coil spring in November 2025, and excessive wear of front suspension arm ball joints in both 2023 and 2025. The CV boots on both front drive shafts have been noted as split or insecure in 2023 and 2025, so a visual inspection for dirt ingress and boot integrity is advisable. Tyre condition also demands scrutiny; the vehicle has accumulated several tyre‑wear advisories across 2018‑2025, and the current set should be measured for tread depth and sidewall integrity. Parking‑brake efficiency failed in November 2025, and the rear fog lamp was non‑functional in the same test, so both should be verified for proper operation. Finally, rear brake discs showed pitting in the 2019 test, so the discs and pads merit a brake‑system check to confirm they remain within safe limits.