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MT08 XRV

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,793 mi
Last recorded40,793 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 XRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 40,793 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 38,828 miles

slight corrosion to rear sill panels

Pass 24 Oct 2023 35,613 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 32,335 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 31,938 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 31,566 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 31,565 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2020 31,166 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 30,688 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 29,194 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 26,056 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 22,650 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 18,770 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 15,959 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 13,394 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 11,991 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 9,895 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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MT08 XRV is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MT08 XRV, 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 MT08 XRV registered?

MT08 XRV is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is MT08 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 XRV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT08 XRV have outstanding finance?

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