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794 XUG

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,979 mi
Last recorded36,979 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration794 XUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,192cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2012 36,979 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 36,979 miles

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 35,170 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 48,488 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 46,410 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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794 XUG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 794 XUG, 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 794 XUG registered?

794 XUG is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is 794 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 794 XUG shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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