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KU08 FYT

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

125,253 mi
Last recorded125,253 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 FYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 125,253 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 120,221 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 117,440 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 113,850 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2023 113,850 miles

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

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

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 110,389 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 106,805 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 103,867 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres all around 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 103,867 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres all around 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 98,431 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 91,724 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 85,094 miles

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

Rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Jan 2016 78,233 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 70,738 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 70,738 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 65,777 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 60,005 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 47,217 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 34,746 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 FYT is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FYT, 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 FYT?

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What year was KU08 FYT registered?

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

Is KU08 FYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 FYT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU08 FYT have outstanding finance?

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