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NG58 SNU

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,476 mi
Last recorded102,476 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG58 SNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 102,476 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

The underside and exposed components, and pipes are corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2024 97,741 miles

High Level Brake LIght Inop

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 97,625 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Short Pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

High Level Brake LIght Inop

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 91,394 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear donut bush bonding starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear donut bush bonding starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2023 91,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear donut bush bonding starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear donut bush bonding starting to separate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 84,759 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 78,688 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 78,198 miles

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

Nearside 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))

Offside 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))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 70,209 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 69,672 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 68,158 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 68,158 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 67,306 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 67,306 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 64,855 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 64,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 53,500 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 45,341 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 39,698 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 34,183 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 33,690 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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NG58 SNU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 NG58 SNU, 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 NG58 SNU registered?

NG58 SNU is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 December 2008.

Is NG58 SNU safe to buy?

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