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BL57 EFK

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,639 mi
Last recorded96,639 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 EFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2022 96,639 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

coolant level low

engine under tray missing

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2021 91,707 miles

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 12 Oct 2020 85,297 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

brake pedal spongy new brakes fitted all round

Pass 5 Jun 2019 73,279 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 63,049 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 57,444 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 48,687 miles

Rear parking brake perforance 16% ma need adjustemt or repair

Pass 4 Jun 2015 33,348 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 32,352 miles

both rear sills corroded at rear

rear silencer corroded

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 16 Dec 2013 29,271 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 25,866 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 23,182 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 19,044 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BL57 EFK is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 62,720 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 BL57 EFK, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BL57 EFK registered?

BL57 EFK is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 January 2008.

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