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KU08 KNP

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,362 mi
Last recorded77,362 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 KNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 77,362 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 77,362 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 May 2023 66,440 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 63,386 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2022 63,317 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 56,786 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 52,163 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 44,619 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracks (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 36,413 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 7 Oct 2017 28,650 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 21,614 miles

engine covers/undertrays fitted

nearside/offside rear tyre walls slightly cracking

Pass 9 Oct 2015 14,388 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 7,041 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 6,363 miles

both front tyres perished & cracked between the treads

Pass 25 Mar 2013 5,084 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 4,062 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 3,363 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 KNP is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KNP, 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 KNP registered?

KU08 KNP is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is KU08 KNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 KNP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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