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LM58 TCJ

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

157,703 mi
Last recorded157,703 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 TCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2024 157,703 miles

Both rear shock absorbers corroded

Both rear springs corroded

Both sills corroded

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

o/s/f steering rack joint has slight play

Pass 21 Aug 2023 154,552 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2022 152,555 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2022 152,555 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2021 141,496 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 126,817 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 May 2019 101,909 miles

Coolant leak Lower part of radiator ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 May 2018 73,055 miles

Exhaust back box deteriorated

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 May 2017 54,983 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 39,047 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 26,283 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 13,097 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 7,871 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 7,401 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 5,492 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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LM58 TCJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LM58 TCJ, 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 LM58 TCJ registered?

LM58 TCJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 December 2008.

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