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AV58 TFX

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

108,481 mi
Last recorded108,481 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 TFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 108,481 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 107,546 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 107,404 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill within 30 cm of rear axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 106,368 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 105,003 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 104,425 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 95,698 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2019 95,691 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 86,416 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 86,416 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 72,830 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 72,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 66,206 miles

Nearside Front tyre on 3mm and cracking between treads

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 59,942 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both door check straps broken

rear coil springs slightly corroding

Fail 10 Dec 2014 59,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both door check straps broken

rear coil springs slightly corroding

Pass 11 Dec 2013 41,500 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 34,913 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 34,913 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 26,210 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 26,210 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front 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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AV58 TFX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV58 TFX, 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 AV58 TFX registered?

AV58 TFX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 December 2008.

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