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KM58 AOR

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,490 mi
Last recorded100,490 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM58 AOR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 100,490 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S & O/S lens slightly deteriorated not affecting light output or beam pattern. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Item hung on rear view mirror removed. ()

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner steering rack joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2026 100,490 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S & O/S lens slightly deteriorated not affecting light output or beam pattern. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Item hung on rear view mirror removed. ()

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

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner steering rack joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 97,706 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 97,706 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working Fluid Reservoir empty - topped up (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 94,760 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 89,506 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Items hanging on rear view mirror ()

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

Pass 12 May 2022 87,494 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Slight Deterioration of Lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Items Hung On Rear View Mirror ()

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 85,383 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 80,527 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 23 Jan 2019 72,755 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 65,591 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 61,810 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 48,412 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 37,886 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 31,488 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2011 21,260 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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KM58 AOR is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KM58 AOR, 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 KM58 AOR registered?

KM58 AOR is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 November 2008.

Is KM58 AOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM58 AOR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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