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ML58 GJG

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,906 mi
Last recorded121,906 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML58 GJG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 121,906 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 111,853 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2017 111,853 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working bulb replaced (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 90,567 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml lamp is on

Pass 6 Nov 2015 70,738 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml lamp on

Fail 6 Nov 2015 70,738 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml lamp on

Pass 16 Oct 2014 59,953 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 59,951 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 58,087 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 54,873 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 45,795 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 31,863 miles

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

exhaust back box bracket cracked

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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ML58 GJG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ML58 GJG, 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 ML58 GJG registered?

ML58 GJG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is ML58 GJG safe to buy?

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