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PY08 DZH

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,543 mi
Last recorded75,543 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 DZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 75,543 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 72,007 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 66,823 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 62,519 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 62,519 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 56,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 56,880 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 53,413 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 49,801 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH NEAR LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 46,520 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 45,188 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 43,425 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 43,418 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 41,189 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 41,189 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,256 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 36,254 miles

Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 32,107 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 32,050 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

E.S.P.Traction control warning lamp on indicating a fault

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management warning lamp on indicating a fault

Pass 11 Apr 2011 22,837 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 22,837 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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PY08 DZH is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PY08 DZH, 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 PY08 DZH registered?

PY08 DZH is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is PY08 DZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY08 DZH shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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