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LM57 RXU

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

61,232 mi
Last recorded61,232 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 RXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 61,232 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2026 61,232 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2025 59,907 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 59,907 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 58,477 miles

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

Reverse light insecure

Fail 5 Jan 2024 58,477 miles

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

Reverse light insecure

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 57,129 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 57,129 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 54,262 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 50,658 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 46,959 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 44,835 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 44,835 miles

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))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 42,467 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 40,897 miles

all tyres have cracks

Fail 9 Jan 2017 40,893 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

all tyres have cracks

Pass 7 Jan 2016 38,466 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 36,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 36,449 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 33,361 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 33,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

offside rear slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Jan 2013 29,545 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Jan 2012 24,673 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 24,673 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 20,767 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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LM57 RXU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 LM57 RXU, 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 LM57 RXU registered?

LM57 RXU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is LM57 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 RXU shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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