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KU08 YDN

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

82,423 mi
Last recorded82,423 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 YDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 82,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear axle corroding

Fail 24 Oct 2025 82,423 miles

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear axle corroding

Pass 18 Oct 2024 72,723 miles

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 72,719 miles

Oil leaking excessively from transmission end cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 70,771 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 68,356 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edges both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 68,354 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edges both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 66,418 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jul 2021 66,418 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 64,686 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2020 64,685 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. application (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 63,042 miles

Central silencer has very slight blow at seam

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

Rear silencer outer skin rusting

Pass 26 Feb 2018 53,994 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 49,034 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 44,906 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 44,906 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' removed fluffy dice and beads (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 40,256 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 35,767 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2014 35,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 27,220 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 19,411 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 16,288 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Feb 2011 16,288 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 YDN is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 YDN, 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 YDN registered?

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

Is KU08 YDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU08 YDN shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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