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PL08 FSJ

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

77,556 mi
Last recorded77,556 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 FSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 77,556 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2019 77,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 71,054 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 66,099 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 66,099 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 60,085 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 11 Jun 2015 52,398 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 52,397 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 44,566 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 37,440 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 30,448 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)

Fail 18 Jun 2012 30,448 miles

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

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)

front wipers poor

Pass 10 Jun 2011 24,805 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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PL08 FSJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PL08 FSJ, 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 PL08 FSJ registered?

PL08 FSJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is PL08 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 FSJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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