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KV58 LYC

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

135,629 mi
Last recorded135,629 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 LYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 135,629 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 130,063 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 124,720 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 116,868 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 110,313 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 106,988 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 103,585 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 97,751 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 89,887 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 82,921 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 75,908 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 63,951 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 41,168 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 41,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 35,819 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 35,819 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brake discs corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2012 26,852 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 26,852 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 17,347 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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KV58 LYC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KV58 LYC, 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 KV58 LYC registered?

KV58 LYC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 September 2008.

Is KV58 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 LYC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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