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KV08 MBU

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

91,303 mi
Last recorded91,303 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 MBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 91,303 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 88,953 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 88,953 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 85,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2024 85,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 81,119 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 76,161 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Mar 2021 73,220 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 71,247 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 69,103 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 67,991 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 66,479 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 61,199 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 61,199 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 55,917 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 54,469 miles

handbrake pivot not returning to its stop

offside shock absorber leaking

rear brake pads worn low

Pass 13 Mar 2014 48,626 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 48,626 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 41,446 miles

wiper blades juddering

Fail 16 Mar 2013 41,446 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wiper blades juddering

Pass 27 Apr 2012 34,978 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 34,978 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 26,678 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 26,678 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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KV08 MBU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 KV08 MBU, 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 KV08 MBU registered?

KV08 MBU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is KV08 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV08 MBU shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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