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KU58 NWD

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

85,425 mi
Last recorded85,425 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU58 NWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 85,425 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 79,843 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 75,118 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 69,223 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 62,787 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 57,611 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 53,424 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 49,836 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 46,179 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 41,772 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 37,317 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 37,317 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 32,824 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 28,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre perished

Pass 8 Aug 2012 24,323 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 21,958 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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KU58 NWD is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KU58 NWD, 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 KU58 NWD?

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What year was KU58 NWD registered?

KU58 NWD is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is KU58 NWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU58 NWD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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