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KV58 MKX

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

64,105 mi
Last recorded64,105 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 MKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2023 64,105 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 62,664 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 62,664 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/50r16 94w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2020 62,601 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall 205/55e16 94w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 61,180 miles

Offside Front tyre slight wear on inner edge

reversing light not working

slight engine oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2018 60,564 miles

205/55r16 94w

Nearside Front tyre worn on inside and has cracking and cuts to sidewall

Offside Front tyre worn on inside

Fail 10 Aug 2018 60,564 miles

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

205/55r16 94w

Nearside Front tyre worn on inside and has cracking and cuts to sidewall

Offside Front tyre worn on inside

Pass 28 Jul 2017 59,134 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 57,897 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 54,191 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 49,842 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre wearing on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2014 49,718 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

centre stop light not working

Fail 24 Mar 2014 49,718 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

centre stop light not working

Pass 21 Mar 2013 45,513 miles

o/s/r wheel out of shape

Fail 21 Mar 2013 45,513 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/r wheel out of shape

Pass 7 Mar 2012 38,343 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 38,343 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 74,323 miles

front tyres have wear to edges

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 MKX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KV58 MKX, 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 MKX registered?

KV58 MKX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is KV58 MKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 MKX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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