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AV08 VUY

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

97,913 mi
Last recorded97,913 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 VUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 97,913 miles

Outer Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 76,026 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 72,259 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated SLIGHT GREASE LEAK (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 67,650 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 64,282 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 60,650 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 57,471 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 57,471 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 53,021 miles

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

Offside Front Strut top bearing has slight play

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 47,735 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 41,199 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 34,618 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 32,103 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 29,831 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 27,215 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 24,551 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 19,093 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 VUY is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VUY, 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 AV08 VUY registered?

AV08 VUY is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is AV08 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 VUY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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