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AV08 HUP

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

120,213 mi
Last recorded120,213 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 HUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 120,213 miles

Both front macpherson struts have slight movement at upper attachment

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear axle bushes slightly perished

Fail 2 Oct 2025 120,202 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted spring clip not located correctly (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Both front macpherson struts have slight movement at upper attachment

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear axle bushes slightly perished

Pass 1 Oct 2024 114,937 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 114,937 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 110,310 miles

Brake pedal spongy

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the legal limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 107,007 miles

Brake pedal spongy

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2022 106,960 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working In mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pedal spongy

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2021 103,484 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 99,174 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 90,427 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 90,426 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2018 78,878 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 64,271 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 64,271 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 52,080 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 49,032 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 47,532 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 47,505 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 38,722 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2012 31,021 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2011 21,922 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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AV08 HUP is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AV08 HUP, 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 AV08 HUP registered?

AV08 HUP is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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