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RE08 PVX

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,109 mi
Last recorded122,109 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 PVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 122,109 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 120,998 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 225/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 119,352 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 110,831 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 110,831 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 103,149 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 97,675 miles
Fail 15 May 2021 97,675 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 88,790 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 88,790 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 81,133 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 81,133 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 73,361 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 66,008 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 61,172 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 61,171 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 52,050 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 43,021 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2014 43,021 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 34,160 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,444 miles

Customer reported that the Center brake light has been disconnected!

Pass 18 May 2011 16,425 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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RE08 PVX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 RE08 PVX, 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 RE08 PVX?

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What year was RE08 PVX registered?

RE08 PVX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is RE08 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 PVX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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