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AW08 AVS

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,185 mi
Last recorded69,185 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW08 AVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 69,185 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive from rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust box outerskin corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2024 64,390 miles

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2023 61,443 miles

Rear exhaust box outer skin crroded

Pass 5 Jul 2022 59,082 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases outer casing on rear silencer corroded and peeling (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres are age cracking on outer treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive down rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 55,495 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 53,966 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 50,989 miles

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sill covers fitted (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 48,534 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 45,742 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 39,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread 2.99mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre tread 3.67mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear parking brake at 17%

engine cover and under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 9 Jul 2015 32,131 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 30,584 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 26,797 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 22,636 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 22,636 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 18,166 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 18,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AW08 AVS is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel 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 AW08 AVS, 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 AW08 AVS registered?

AW08 AVS is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AW08 AVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW08 AVS 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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