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PK58 PKO

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,694 mi
Last recorded30,694 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK58 PKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 30,694 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 26,607 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 26,607 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 21,974 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 17,888 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 14,598 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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PK58 PKO is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PK58 PKO, 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

How do I check the history of PK58 PKO?

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What year was PK58 PKO registered?

PK58 PKO is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is PK58 PKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK58 PKO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PK58 PKO have outstanding finance?

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