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P9 APE

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

77,607 mi
Last recorded77,607 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 APE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 77,607 miles

light output slightly reduced on both headlamps

Pass 15 Aug 2025 74,086 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 69,271 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2024 69,271 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 66,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 62,314 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip not 40mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 50,144 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 48,912 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 48,906 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 48,173 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 48,173 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 46,389 miles

front discs worn

Pass 9 May 2017 40,340 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn uneven and worn on inner edge

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Fail 9 May 2017 40,340 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear tyre worn uneven and worn on inner edge

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 16 May 2016 36,506 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted

Fail 11 May 2015 32,818 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 May 2015 32,818 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 May 2014 29,372 miles

rear pads worn

Pass 2 May 2013 26,123 miles

front pads worn

Pass 23 Apr 2012 22,423 miles

front pads

Pass 28 Apr 2011 18,214 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P9 APE is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 P9 APE, 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 P9 APE registered?

P9 APE is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is P9 APE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P9 APE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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