2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · AX57 HVB
2008 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 149,498 miles. MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,498 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AX57 HVB Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 09/04/2024
- 149,498 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AX57 HVB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Beetle (AX57 HVB) between November 2021 and April 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.
AX57 HVB Mileage History
- 09/11/2021129,022 mi
- 09/11/2021129,022 mi
- 23/12/2022143,271 mi+14,249 mi
- 09/04/2024149,498 mi+6,227 mi
Average of roughly 8,481 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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