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KU08 FWZ

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,327 mi
Last recorded34,327 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 FWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 34,327 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 32,012 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 30,440 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 30,440 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 28,395 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 26,205 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 23,738 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2015 21,716 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 21,716 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 20,190 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 18,739 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 16,639 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)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 12,913 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 12,913 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 FWZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KU08 FWZ, 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 KU08 FWZ registered?

KU08 FWZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is KU08 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 FWZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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