2012 Volkswagen Beetle 1.4L Petrol · SX61 BUG
2012 Volkswagen Beetle (1.4L, petrol). First registered 13 Apr 2012. Recorded mileage 148,329 miles. MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,329 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SX61 BUG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 148,329 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for SX61BUG.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for SX61BUG. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
SX61 BUG Mileage History
- 10/10/2023118,894 mi
- 09/10/2024134,327 mi+15,433 mi
- 14/10/2024134,545 mi+218 mi
- 19/02/2026148,300 mi+13,755 mi
- 23/02/2026148,329 mi+29 mi
Average of roughly 12,399 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SX61 BUG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (SX61 BUG) between October 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (SX61 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as SX61BUG.
AUDI
A1
AUDI
A1
AUDI
A1
FORD
FOCUS
FORD
TRANSIT 115 T350L D/C RWD
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
MAZDA
6
MAZDA
3
MAZDA
2
KIA
RIO
KIA
CEED
VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.