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LR08 VPY

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

78,826 mi
Last recorded78,826 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 VPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 78,826 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 73,401 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jan 2025 73,401 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 68,272 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted

Fail 15 Jan 2024 68,272 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

engine cover fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2022 61,393 miles

engine cover fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2022 61,392 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2021 55,520 miles

engine cover fitted

Fail 15 Jun 2021 55,520 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine cover fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2020 48,700 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 48,699 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 47,542 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 44,167 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 41,388 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 38,835 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 32,394 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 32,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 29,101 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 25,958 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2013 25,958 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 22,571 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 16,609 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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LR08 VPY is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 LR08 VPY, 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 LR08 VPY registered?

LR08 VPY is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LR08 VPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR08 VPY shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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