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S21 JJG

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

119,377 mi
Last recorded119,377 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS21 JJG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 119,377 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 114,447 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 107,580 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 101,436 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 101,413 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads 50% worn

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber upper top mount slight worn

Nearside Front track rod end ball joint dust cover perished

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front shock absorber upper top mount slight worn

Offside Front track rod end ball joint dust cover perished

Offside Front tyre wearing outer edge

Offside Rear unable to check wheel bearing due to brake bind

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear both coil springs corroded

brake pedal slight spongy

slight oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2019 97,717 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 75,996 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 59,360 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2017 59,360 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 48,543 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 37,732 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 29,637 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 22,382 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 16,806 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 14,718 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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S21 JJG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S21 JJG, 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 S21 JJG registered?

S21 JJG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is S21 JJG safe to buy?

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