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W108 AKP

2000 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,004 mi
Last recorded90,004 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle82,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW108 AKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 90,004 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Centre exhaust metal hanger bracket is insecure from pipe (usually welded to pipe) & noisy/knocking on exhaust intermittently. Exhaust system secured by safety bracket beneath system.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

It appears poss both driveshaft seals in gearbox are weeping oil. Advise further investigation/clean & re check

Nearside windscreen wiper smearing

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Aug 2012 71,764 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 71,741 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Aug 2011 57,288 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 44,711 miles

Offside 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)

uneven wear to both rear tyres

Fail 23 Aug 2010 44,711 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside 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)

uneven wear to both rear tyres

Pass 3 Jun 2009 27,237 miles

drivers window not opening

Pass 22 May 2008 20,875 miles

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges and nearside front punctured

engine oil leak

slight brake bind on offside rear

Pass 17 May 2007 18,397 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2006 15,929 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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W108 AKP is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 82,227 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 W108 AKP, 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 26 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 W108 AKP registered?

W108 AKP is a 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 June 2000.

Is W108 AKP safe to buy?

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