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MJ08 RVN

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

72,449 mi
Last recorded72,449 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 RVN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 72,449 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 72,448 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 70,800 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 68,557 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 65,814 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 65,812 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2018 64,494 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 61,382 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 61,382 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2016 55,700 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear tyre nailed

Fail 11 May 2015 52,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2015 52,568 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 47,136 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 41,252 miles

front wiper blades smearing

Fail 24 Apr 2013 41,251 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wiper blades smearing but ok for mot

Pass 24 Apr 2012 34,828 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 34,519 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 34,519 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Coolant leak

Pass 25 Mar 2011 26,580 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 26,580 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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MJ08 RVN is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 MJ08 RVN, 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 MJ08 RVN registered?

MJ08 RVN is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is MJ08 RVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 RVN shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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