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PK08 RXD

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,825 mi
Last recorded80,825 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 RXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 80,825 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 72,740 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 67,093 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 62,665 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 53,015 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2017 53,011 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 39,202 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 39,202 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 23,162 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 20,121 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 16,587 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 13,687 miles

front brake discs rusty on inner surfaces

Fail 12 Apr 2012 13,687 miles

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

front brake discs rusty on inner surfaces

Pass 11 Apr 2011 11,949 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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PK08 RXD is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PK08 RXD, 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 PK08 RXD registered?

PK08 RXD is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is PK08 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 RXD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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