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KT08 OKT

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,023 mi
Last recorded104,023 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 OKT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2024 104,023 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 104,020 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 101,880 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 99,960 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 99,960 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 97,618 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2020 90,414 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 84,201 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 79,430 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 78,557 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 71,578 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 68,132 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 58,951 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 46,749 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 35,384 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 23,464 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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KT08 OKT 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 KT08 OKT, 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 KT08 OKT registered?

KT08 OKT is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is KT08 OKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT08 OKT 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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