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DF57 EYO

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,939 mi
Last recorded77,939 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF57 EYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 77,939 miles

Offside Rear tyre cuts in tread

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

all exhaust system corroding

Fail 9 Jul 2021 77,939 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre cuts in tread

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

all exhaust system corroding

Fail 24 Jun 2021 77,546 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

both headlight lenses deteriorating

Pass 31 Jul 2020 67,218 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre crack in tread

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

all exhaust system corroding

both headlight lenses deteriorating

Fail 31 Jul 2020 67,218 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear tyre crack in tread

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

all exhaust system corroding

both headlight lenses deteriorating

Pass 8 May 2019 62,424 miles

all exhaust system corroding

rear number plate cracked

Fail 8 May 2019 62,424 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

all exhaust system corroding

both front tyres worn outer edges

both front wheels slightly stiff to rotate

rear number plate cracked

Pass 1 Nov 2017 54,916 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all rear (3.5.1g)

both rear brake discs worn

rear number plate cracked

Pass 15 Aug 2016 49,882 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all front (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1a)

rear brake discs worn

Pass 12 Jun 2015 45,207 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 16 Jun 2014 40,714 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 32,702 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 26,388 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,452 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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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DF57 EYO is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DF57 EYO, 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 DF57 EYO registered?

DF57 EYO is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is DF57 EYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF57 EYO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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