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BD08 HZC

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,056 mi
Last recorded126,056 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 HZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 126,056 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 123,281 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Stone chip N/S of windscreen

Pass 18 Aug 2023 119,648 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 114,315 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 109,781 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 106,168 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 100,171 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 100,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 94,733 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 90,706 miles

Nearside Rear TYRES SIDE WALL SMALL CRACKS

Offside Rear TYRE SIDE WALL SMALL CRACKS

Fail 31 Mar 2017 90,697 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear TYRES SIDE WALL SMALL CRACKS

Offside Rear TYRE SIDE WALL SMALL CRACKS

Pass 5 Apr 2016 87,092 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 80,335 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 73,941 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 62,566 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2012 50,604 miles

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches due to trims fitted.

Fail 18 May 2012 50,604 miles

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

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches due to trims fitted.

Pass 25 May 2011 39,303 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BD08 HZC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BD08 HZC, 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 BD08 HZC registered?

BD08 HZC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is BD08 HZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 HZC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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