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HW58 CPX

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

78,745 mi
Last recorded78,745 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW58 CPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 78,745 miles

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

Nearside door sill damage

Offside door sill damage

Fail 23 Oct 2025 78,745 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside door sill damage

Offside door sill damage

Pass 28 Oct 2024 74,944 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 69,604 miles

3 mm of tread left on nearside rear tyre

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 64,311 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 64,311 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 59,226 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 55,674 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 52,154 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 45,660 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 41,759 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 39,152 miles

Nearside Rear tyre feathered on inner edge

Pass 20 Oct 2015 34,716 miles

Nearside Rear tyre feathered on inner edge

Pass 21 Oct 2014 29,303 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 25,138 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 20,979 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 15,858 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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HW58 CPX 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 88.2%.

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 HW58 CPX, 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 HW58 CPX registered?

HW58 CPX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 October 2008.

Is HW58 CPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW58 CPX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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