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600 DR

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

27,425 mi
Last recorded27,425 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration600 DR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 27,425 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 26,614 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 26,145 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 25,558 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 24,736 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 24,328 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 23,625 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 22,457 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 20,819 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 18,922 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 16,861 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 14,681 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 12,434 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 12,434 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 9,880 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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600 DR is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 600 DR, 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 600 DR?

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What year was 600 DR registered?

600 DR is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is 600 DR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 600 DR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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