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LJ57 ZRV

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,920 mi
Last recorded26,920 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 ZRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 26,920 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 25,187 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 21,512 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 20,499 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 19,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 19,353 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 17,648 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 17,458 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 17,458 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Wipers not tested.

Pass 26 Jul 2017 16,196 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 16,196 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 14,907 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 13,425 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Jun 2014 11,752 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 9,717 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 9,702 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

tyre monitoring warning light on.

Pass 11 Jun 2012 7,748 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 6,337 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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LJ57 ZRV is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LJ57 ZRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ57 ZRV registered?

LJ57 ZRV is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is LJ57 ZRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ57 ZRV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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