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HK08 MGU

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

87,884 mi
Last recorded87,884 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 MGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 87,884 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm, perished, and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 87,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm, perished, and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 84,073 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 80,251 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 73,938 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyres cracked

Fail 19 Jul 2017 73,938 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyres cracked

Pass 17 Aug 2016 65,492 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 54,144 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 49,851 miles

1. Nearside front tyre wearing low on edges. 2. Offside front tyres has cuts in, not to cords at time of test. 3. Front brake discs starting to deteriorate. 4. Slight damage to windscreen.

Pass 28 Oct 2013 46,444 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 40,226 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2012 40,226 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 33,355 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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HK08 MGU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HK08 MGU, 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 HK08 MGU registered?

HK08 MGU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is HK08 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 MGU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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