2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · FY58 LSJ
2008 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 03 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 91,235 miles. MOT expired on 29 Mar 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,235 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FY58 LSJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 01/04/2025
- 91,235 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FY58 LSJ 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 (FY58 LSJ) between March 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
FY58 LSJ Mileage History
- 15/03/202380,800 mi
- 30/03/202380,877 mi+77 mi
- 27/03/202486,370 mi+5,493 mi
- 01/04/202591,235 mi+4,865 mi
Average of roughly 5,095 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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