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JLG 263

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

135,916 mi
Last recorded135,916 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLG 263
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 135,916 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 135,916 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 128,136 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2025 128,136 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 120,619 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 120,613 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 111,850 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 104,123 miles

offside strut top mount slight play

Pass 15 Feb 2021 93,602 miles

Offside strut top mounting slight free play

Fail 15 Feb 2021 93,591 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside strut top mounting slight free play

Pass 14 Feb 2020 88,571 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess sticking slightly (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 77,941 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 68,800 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 68,800 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 58,821 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 58,821 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 48,266 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 37,779 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 29,610 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 25,515 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 20,514 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 12 Jan 2011 16,265 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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JLG 263 is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 JLG 263, 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 JLG 263 registered?

JLG 263 is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is JLG 263 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLG 263 shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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