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S308 KGX

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,554 mi
Last recorded71,554 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS308 KGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 71,554 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 169,890 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 169,729 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008

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

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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S308 KGX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S308 KGX, 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 S308 KGX?

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What year was S308 KGX registered?

S308 KGX is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is S308 KGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S308 KGX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S308 KGX have outstanding finance?

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