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LR58 ZFY

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,289 mi
Last recorded102,289 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR58 ZFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 102,289 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 102,011 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 101,937 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 101,451 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded on the side skirts nearside front and rear not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded on the side skirts offside rear not structural (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 99,276 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 97,394 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 92,852 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2018 84,647 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 84,647 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2017 77,469 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 69,823 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 62,184 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 62,184 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 53,905 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 45,872 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 36,910 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 36,910 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 28,276 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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LR58 ZFY is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LR58 ZFY, 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 LR58 ZFY registered?

LR58 ZFY is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is LR58 ZFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR58 ZFY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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