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MF08 BLX

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,068 mi
Last recorded115,068 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 BLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 115,068 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2017 109,997 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Feb 2016 104,783 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Slight play in both front steering arms

Fail 10 Feb 2016 104,783 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Slight play in both front steering arms

Pass 18 Feb 2015 95,637 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 81,759 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 66,826 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 66,602 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 55,382 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 55,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 41,576 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2011 41,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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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MF08 BLX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MF08 BLX, 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 MF08 BLX registered?

MF08 BLX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MF08 BLX safe to buy?

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