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PL57 DVH

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,783 mi
Last recorded111,783 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 DVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 111,783 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 102,901 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 94,798 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 94,213 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 92,867 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 83,209 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 71,946 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 64,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 51,910 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 47,306 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 47,306 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 43,103 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 35,123 miles

Nearside rear coil spring incomplete but not likely to be displaced.

Pass 9 Feb 2011 23,707 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 23,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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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PL57 DVH is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PL57 DVH, 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 PL57 DVH registered?

PL57 DVH is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is PL57 DVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 DVH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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