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KY08 VVE

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,808 mi
Last recorded90,808 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 VVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 90,808 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 89,415 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 88,539 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 86,435 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 83,876 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 78,012 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 72,664 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 68,153 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 62,516 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 56,381 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 48,920 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 40,699 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 35,095 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 28,256 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

nearside front tyre tread just legal,.,nearside rear tyre tread just legal

offside rear inner brake pad wearing low

Fail 11 Mar 2011 28,256 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

nearside front tyre tread just legal,.,nearside rear tyre tread just legal

offside rear inner brake pad wearing low

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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KY08 VVE is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KY08 VVE, 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 KY08 VVE registered?

KY08 VVE is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is KY08 VVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 VVE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KY08 VVE have outstanding finance?

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