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KW08 LHG

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,780 mi
Last recorded66,780 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW08 LHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 66,780 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 66,780 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 66,614 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 18 Nov 2024 66,614 miles

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

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

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 20 Nov 2023 66,131 miles

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

reverse light not working

Pass 16 Nov 2022 65,525 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Fail 16 Nov 2022 65,525 miles

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

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

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 18 Nov 2021 64,758 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 62,976 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2020 62,976 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 59,509 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 55,309 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 1.6mm and worn smooth on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 50,474 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2017 50,474 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 43,680 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 37,053 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 31,624 miles

tailgate latch modified

Pass 28 Feb 2013 26,280 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 21,228 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 13,934 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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KW08 LHG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KW08 LHG, 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 KW08 LHG registered?

KW08 LHG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is KW08 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW08 LHG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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