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GJ58 BUO

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

145,597 mi
Last recorded145,597 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 BUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 145,597 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 143,863 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 141,572 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 140,643 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 139,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer wishbone ball joint. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 138,191 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 134,644 miles

COOLANT LEVEL LOW

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

Pass 19 Sep 2018 126,686 miles

FRONT TYRES WORN IN CENTRE OF TREAD & PERISHED

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

REAR TYRES PERISHED & CRACKED IN TREAD

Fail 18 Sep 2018 126,677 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

FRONT TYRES WORN IN CENTRE OF TREAD & PERISHED

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

REAR TYRES PERISHED & CRACKED IN TREAD

Pass 4 Oct 2017 116,713 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 104,823 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 90,435 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 78,698 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 64,129 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 52,163 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 39,800 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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GJ58 BUO is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GJ58 BUO, 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 GJ58 BUO registered?

GJ58 BUO is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is GJ58 BUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ58 BUO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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