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OFZ 4213

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Cream Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

115,355 mi
Last recorded115,355 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFZ 4213
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 115,355 miles

Child seat fitted

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front Top mount bearing rough

Nearside Steering rack inner linkage corroded

Offside Front Door check strap broken

Offside Front Top mount bearing rough

Offside Steering rack inner linkage corroded

Oil leak

Fail 4 Jun 2025 115,355 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Child seat fitted

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front Top mount bearing rough

Nearside Steering rack inner linkage corroded

Offside Front Door check strap broken

Offside Front Top mount bearing rough

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Steering rack inner linkage corroded

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2024 114,808 miles

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2024 114,808 miles

Front Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 112,548 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 112,548 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 106,876 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 106,876 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 101,707 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 101,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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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OFZ 4213 is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Cream with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 OFZ 4213, 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 OFZ 4213 registered?

OFZ 4213 is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is OFZ 4213 safe to buy?

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