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NV08 ZSG

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

80,623 mi
Last recorded80,623 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 ZSG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 80,623 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 72,853 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2025 72,853 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 66,115 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2024 66,115 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 61,837 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 61,831 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill back plate (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 57,628 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 53,714 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 50,674 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 45,939 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Jan 2018 37,790 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 30,230 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 22,794 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 15,631 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 13,948 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 11,755 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 9,663 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,433 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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NV08 ZSG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 NV08 ZSG, 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

How do I check the history of NV08 ZSG?

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What year was NV08 ZSG registered?

NV08 ZSG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is NV08 ZSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV08 ZSG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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