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OV08 OZH

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

48,359 mi
Last recorded48,359 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 OZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 48,359 miles

Offside Front Slight movement in top mount

Pass 21 Nov 2024 45,367 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 45,367 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 33,580 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 33,573 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm bush worn at rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cuts on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 30,959 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 28,187 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 26,605 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 22,792 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 20,511 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 20,511 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 18,197 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 16,117 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 14,446 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 14,446 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 11,908 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 11,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 10,676 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 8,989 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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OV08 OZH is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 OV08 OZH, 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 OV08 OZH registered?

OV08 OZH is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is OV08 OZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 OZH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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