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L22 LCX

2023 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,044 mi
Last recorded36,044 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL22 LCX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2023
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 36,044 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 37,222 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 27,954 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2024 27,949 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 24,978 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 20,641 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 17,349 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked/perished in treads + dot code 17. 235/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked/perished in treads + dot code 17 + nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

engine covers + undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2021 13,786 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))

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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L22 LCX is a 2023 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L22 LCX, 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 3 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L22 LCX registered?

L22 LCX is a 2023 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 March 2023.

Is L22 LCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L22 LCX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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