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KP08 UWA

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

137,227 mi
Last recorded137,227 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 UWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 137,227 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 134,054 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2025 134,054 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 128,701 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 124,194 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 124,194 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 120,323 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 116,471 miles

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

Nearside headlight glass starting to deteriorate

Offside headlight glass starting too deteriorate

Pass 4 Aug 2020 115,242 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 107,243 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Outer cv boot leaking grease

Offside steering rack boot twisted

Pass 23 Mar 2018 98,272 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 98,272 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 88,061 miles

Front front wipers starting to smear

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 78,878 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 71,829 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 61,416 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 61,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,758 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 39,374 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,203 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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KP08 UWA is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KP08 UWA, 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 KP08 UWA registered?

KP08 UWA is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KP08 UWA safe to buy?

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