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AG08 CXW

2008 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

148,159 mi
Last recorded148,159 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Beetle62,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 CXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 148,159 miles

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 May 2025 148,155 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 142,981 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 142,981 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 138,203 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 138,203 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 131,213 miles

windscreen cracked but not in the drivers view of the road

Fail 9 Mar 2022 131,213 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

windscreen cracked but not in the drivers view of the road

Pass 10 Mar 2021 124,221 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 117,249 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 105,954 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 105,954 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 94,179 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 83,355 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 70,898 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 58,367 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 3 Mar 2014 48,559 miles

Front tyres cracked slightly in tread, not exposing inner cords

Fail 3 Mar 2014 48,559 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both rear tyres cracked slightly in tread, not exposing inner cords

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)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 39,797 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 29,914 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 21,990 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 21,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.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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AG08 CXW is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AG08 CXW, 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 AG08 CXW registered?

AG08 CXW is a 2008 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is AG08 CXW safe to buy?

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