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RV58 OOW

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

103,058 mi
Last recorded103,058 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 OOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 103,058 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output N/S & O/S (Cloudy) (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 98,462 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 93,449 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 87,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished/worn both edges(smooth on outer). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 80,162 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust corrosion

Pass 22 Oct 2020 76,003 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 71,402 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 64,587 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2017 57,751 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 50,417 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 50,417 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 48,558 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 42,827 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 36,985 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 31,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 25,564 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 18,478 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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RV58 OOW is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RV58 OOW, 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 RV58 OOW registered?

RV58 OOW is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is RV58 OOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 OOW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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