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RK08 VVW

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,302 mi
Last recorded40,302 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 VVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2026 40,302 miles

Offside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 30,286 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 21,169 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 21,008 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 20,770 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 20,561 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 20,340 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 20% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 20,110 miles

surface corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 14 Feb 2018 19,793 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

surface corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 20 Feb 2017 19,406 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 18,866 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 18,193 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 17,466 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 16,555 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 13,905 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 11,364 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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RK08 VVW is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RK08 VVW, 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.

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What year was RK08 VVW registered?

RK08 VVW is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RK08 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 VVW shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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