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PJ08 BPX

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,642 mi
Last recorded80,642 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 BPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 80,642 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 77,529 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 77,528 miles

Central Front Lower Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Central Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper exhaust box , Outer skin poor

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 76,934 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 74,043 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 71,791 miles

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

hand brake notchy not affecting operation

Fail 27 Jan 2022 71,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

hand brake notchy not affecting operation

Pass 26 Jan 2021 68,016 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 64,967 miles

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

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2019 60,402 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 59,579 miles

Rear back box slightly corroded

Pass 22 May 2017 57,979 miles

Rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Fail 22 May 2017 57,979 miles

Rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 56,234 miles

Rear exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 22 May 2015 53,211 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,132 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/f tyre close on limits

o/s/f tyre outer edge wearing

Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,760 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 29,759 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 24,460 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,396 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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PJ08 BPX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PJ08 BPX, 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 PJ08 BPX registered?

PJ08 BPX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is PJ08 BPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 BPX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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