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LH08 AUK

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,717 mi
Last recorded39,717 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH08 AUK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 39,717 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 35,277 miles

Nearside Front strut top mount has slight play

Fail 28 Mar 2025 36,277 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front strut top mount has slight play

Pass 29 Mar 2024 33,061 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 32,974 miles

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 29,797 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 29,797 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 26,975 miles

Nearside Front Lower impact damage to NSF lower undertray

Fail 21 Mar 2022 26,975 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower impact damage to NSF lower undertray

Pass 19 Mar 2021 23,197 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 22,198 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 20,784 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 19,329 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 18,002 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner , damaged

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 16,506 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 16,506 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 14,939 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 11,981 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 11,981 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 10,193 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,967 miles

front wiper blades smearing

Pass 16 Mar 2011 5,708 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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LH08 AUK is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LH08 AUK, 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.

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What year was LH08 AUK registered?

LH08 AUK is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is LH08 AUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH08 AUK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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