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MJ08 YGC

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

68,521 mi
Last recorded68,521 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 YGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 68,521 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2026 68,451 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 64,848 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Feb 2024 61,762 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 61,759 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 58,675 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 58,656 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning High Level. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 54,890 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working very dim (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 51,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear seat belt unable to check as child seat fitted.

Fail 2 Feb 2021 51,658 miles

Offside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint . (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear seat belt unable to check as child seat fitted.

Pass 20 Feb 2020 48,785 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working only 50% working and dim (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

cuts in n/s/f tyre

Pass 12 Feb 2019 43,379 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both front shock absorber dust cover split

few LED bulbs in high level brake light inoperative

small chips in windscreen

Pass 22 Feb 2018 37,875 miles

Windscreen slightly scratched

Pass 6 Sep 2017 36,976 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 33,757 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 28,636 miles

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 28,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 25,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 21,643 miles

n/s/r tyre close to limit (2-3mm)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 16,426 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 12,675 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 YGC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 MJ08 YGC, 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 YGC registered?

MJ08 YGC is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is MJ08 YGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 YGC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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