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KO08 XWC

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,383 mi
Last recorded38,383 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 XWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2014 38,383 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 34,134 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking

passenger air bag turned off

front discs corroding

Pass 28 Aug 2012 29,856 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 21,890 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)

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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KO08 XWC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KO08 XWC, 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 KO08 XWC registered?

KO08 XWC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is KO08 XWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 XWC shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KO08 XWC have outstanding finance?

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