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AC08 GGK

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,529 mi
Last recorded99,529 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 GGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 99,529 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 99,508 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55r16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 84,256 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 66,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin hasn't cut into wear sensor but its close (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

back box outer skin corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2019 65,987 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements has honey cone back ground (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin hasn't cut into wear sensor but its close (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

back box outer skin corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2018 39,616 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2017 24,163 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 19,012 miles

all 4 tyres cracked.

Pass 26 Mar 2015 16,626 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 15,229 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 13,309 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,762 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 9,511 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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AC08 GGK is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AC08 GGK, 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 AC08 GGK registered?

AC08 GGK is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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