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AR08 BUG

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,882 mi
Last recorded51,882 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR08 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 51,882 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 48,495 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 47,941 miles

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 45,057 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 45,057 miles

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 41,894 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 41,063 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2019 41,063 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2018 40,307 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 37,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 39,165 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 38,212 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 35,759 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 33,136 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 29,922 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 29,738 miles

Minor damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 26 Sep 2011 23,305 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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AR08 BUG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AR08 BUG, 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 AR08 BUG registered?

AR08 BUG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2008.

Is AR08 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR08 BUG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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