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KR08 DWL

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,477 mi
Last recorded124,477 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 DWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 124,477 miles

slight play n/s/f steering arm

Pass 20 Feb 2017 120,041 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2017 120,041 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 111,581 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 103,296 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 93,894 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 85,509 miles

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

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

Wipers smeary.

Pass 31 May 2012 67,486 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 67,486 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2011 47,306 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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KR08 DWL is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KR08 DWL, 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.

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What year was KR08 DWL registered?

KR08 DWL is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is KR08 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR08 DWL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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