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AE57 OXA

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,533 mi
Last recorded91,533 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 OXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 91,533 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 84,111 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 79,867 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 75,466 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 70,433 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 67,529 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2020 63,816 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 60,263 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 55,601 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 47,456 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 33,819 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 28,100 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 28,099 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 27,266 miles

BOTH Rear Tyres starting to perish.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R Tyre worn to 3mm.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 24,479 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/R Tyre worn to 3mm.

Pass 30 Jan 2013 22,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2012 20,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/F Wiper Blade deteriorating.

Pass 27 Jan 2011 18,636 miles

BOTH Front Wiper Blades deteriorating.

Factory fitted Engine cover.

Factory fitted Undertray.

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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AE57 OXA is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AE57 OXA, 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

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What year was AE57 OXA registered?

AE57 OXA is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is AE57 OXA safe to buy?

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