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FG08 XEU

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

118,065 mi
Last recorded118,065 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 XEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 118,065 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 118,062 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 113,739 miles

Nearside Front Suspension strut top mount bearing stiff/noisy in operation

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 113,625 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension strut top mount bearing stiff/noisy in operation

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Pass 17 Aug 2023 107,784 miles

Nearside Front Upper mounting rough in operation

cracks in tread o/s/r tyre

Fail 16 Aug 2023 107,784 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside 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))

Offside 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 Front Upper mounting rough in operation

cracks in tread o/s/r tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2022 102,260 miles

Both front tyre outer sidewalls poor/damaged

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2022 102,260 miles

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

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

Both front tyre outer sidewalls poor/damaged

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 97,029 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 93,158 miles

n/s washer poor

Pass 18 Apr 2019 86,869 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 86,287 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust mount corroded

offside and nearside front top suspension mounts slight play

Pass 16 Dec 2017 79,273 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 72,541 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 63,340 miles

rear tyres inner edges stepping

Pass 17 Dec 2014 56,812 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 56,812 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 52,524 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 46,971 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Small cut in N/S/F tyre wall,no cords visible.

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 35,934 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 24,573 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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FG08 XEU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FG08 XEU, 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 FG08 XEU registered?

FG08 XEU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is FG08 XEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 XEU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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