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HV08 LWD

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

126,392 mi
Last recorded126,392 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 LWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 126,392 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak

Fail 6 Oct 2022 126,388 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No pattern, headlight deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2021 110,751 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 110,751 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded/holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed exposed at worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed exposed at worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2020 107,654 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 107,527 miles

Emissions not tested Due to cam belt due on age (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak Induction hose insecure and leaking at inter-cooler forward of the road wheel (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 101,172 miles

Boost leak, intake pipe not pushed into intercooler correctly

Exhaust back box corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 93,874 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 86,759 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 86,759 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 76,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 69,142 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 60,377 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 50,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 41,075 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 41,075 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 31,929 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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HV08 LWD is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV08 LWD, 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 HV08 LWD registered?

HV08 LWD is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 March 2008.

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