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KU08 GHY

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,809 mi
Last recorded121,809 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 GHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2023 121,809 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2023 121,809 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 118,249 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 115,290 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 115,246 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring anchor bracket fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 115,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 113,089 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 109,476 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 102,009 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 92,954 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 92,954 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 82,683 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 82,683 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 72,425 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 60,873 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 57,000 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

front brake disc and pads in poor condition

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 29 May 2013 57,000 miles

front brake disc and pads in poor condition

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 19 Mar 2012 43,696 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

rear tyre tread low

Fail 19 Mar 2012 43,696 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front tyres worn on inner edges

rear tyre tread low

Pass 29 Mar 2011 31,690 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 31,690 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 GHY is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GHY, 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 KU08 GHY registered?

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

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