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BP08 MOM

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

88,973 mi
Last recorded88,973 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 MOM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 88,973 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Nov 2025 88,972 miles

Offside Front 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))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 86,124 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 1.7 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 83,554 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 80,565 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 77,701 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 75,667 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 75,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 72,742 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 68,997 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 62,790 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 50,193 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 42,939 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 34,610 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 26,668 miles

both rear tyres slight splits

Pass 30 Oct 2012 20,465 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 13,915 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 25 Oct 2011 13,915 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside 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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BP08 MOM is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey 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 BP08 MOM, 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 BP08 MOM registered?

BP08 MOM is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 October 2008.

Is BP08 MOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP08 MOM 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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