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LT08 JDJ

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,303 mi
Last recorded55,303 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 JDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 55,303 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2025 50,511 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2025 50,511 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 45,205 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2024 45,205 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 42,302 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 42,302 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested both (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 38,554 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 32,757 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split on edge (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower sill body damage

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge going out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 28,889 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 28,889 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 19,823 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 13,381 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 11,613 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 11,002 miles

Offside Front tyre cut in tyre wall

Pass 27 Feb 2015 10,456 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 9,667 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 8,914 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 8,249 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 7,468 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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LT08 JDJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT08 JDJ, 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 LT08 JDJ registered?

LT08 JDJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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