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HG58 NKS

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

99,199 mi
Last recorded99,199 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG58 NKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 99,199 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 89,652 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 78,339 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2024 78,338 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 66,916 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 66,916 miles

Offside Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 54,966 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 50,647 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 50,647 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 42,549 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 38,513 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 33,820 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 29,677 miles

front nearside tyre wall slightly damaged

Pass 23 Nov 2015 26,780 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 23,818 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 20,464 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 16,454 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 11,262 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 11,262 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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HG58 NKS is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG58 NKS, 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 HG58 NKS registered?

HG58 NKS is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is HG58 NKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG58 NKS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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