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CF18 DXU

2018 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

95,343 mi
Last recorded95,343 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Beetle27,218 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF18 DXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2018
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 95,343 miles

Engine air filter and air box missing

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Sep 2025 95,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine air filter and air box missing

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 82,952 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 69,064 miles

underguards fitted to front,centre and rear of car

Fail 22 Sep 2023 69,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

underguards fitted to front,centre and rear of car

Pass 23 Sep 2022 51,689 miles

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

front tyres different size to rears

under guards fitted to centre and rear of car

Fail 7 Sep 2022 51,689 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

underguards fitted to front,centre and rear of car

Pass 24 Aug 2021 41,128 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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CF18 DXU is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 27,218 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CF18 DXU, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CF18 DXU registered?

CF18 DXU is a 2018 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 August 2018.

Is CF18 DXU safe to buy?

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