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KU08 FPZ

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

55,473 mi
Last recorded55,473 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 FPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 55,473 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside wing mirror glass slightly damaged

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle, heavier corrosion around mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 55,473 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Worn excessively inner edge, Deep cut cord visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn inner edge & cracking outer, perished sidewall

Offside wing mirror glass slightly damaged

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle, heavier corrosion around mounting areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 53,095 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn inner edge & cracking outer, perished sidewall

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre worn inner edge, Wearing smooth

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 51,690 miles

Nearside front tyre worn inner edge & cracking edges

Offside front tyre worn inner edge

Offside wing mirror glass slightly damaged

Fail 19 Jun 2024 51,687 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside front tyre worn inner edge & cracking edges

Offside front tyre worn inner edge

Offside wing mirror glass slightly damaged

Pass 19 Jun 2023 49,591 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside bottom of glass (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear brake pads worn inner pad, Offside rear slight brake bind

Pass 20 Jun 2022 45,903 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bottom Nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2022 45,903 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bottom Nearside (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 40,934 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 39,950 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 38,129 miles

Both rear tyres slightly cracked and parished

Pass 21 Mar 2017 36,111 miles

Front windscreen damaged on edge within area of zone B

Fail 21 Mar 2017 36,111 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front windscreen damaged on edge within area of zone B

Pass 17 Mar 2016 32,321 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 29,398 miles

both rear tyres are cracked and perished

Fail 23 Mar 2015 29,398 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

both rear tyres are cracked and perished

Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,942 miles

nearside rear tyre is cracked and perished

offside front tyre is cracked and perished

Pass 8 Apr 2013 22,691 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 22,687 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 18,529 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 15,212 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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KU08 FPZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU08 FPZ, 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

How do I check the history of KU08 FPZ?

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What year was KU08 FPZ registered?

KU08 FPZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KU08 FPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 FPZ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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