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ACK 595A

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,978 mi
Last recorded87,978 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACK 595A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 87,978 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 86,529 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 83,456 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 79,983 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 76,249 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 72,081 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 68,747 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 64,594 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 73,362 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 64,254 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 63,658 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Steering wheel weakened by modification (2.1.1)

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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ACK 595A is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ACK 595A, 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 ACK 595A registered?

ACK 595A is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is ACK 595A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACK 595A shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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