2008 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · MS02 BUG
2008 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 79,745 miles. MOT valid until 09 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,745 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MS02 BUG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 79,745 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MS02 BUG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Beetle (MS02 BUG) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
MS02 BUG Mileage History
- 26/03/202466,220 mi
- 12/03/202572,884 mi+6,664 mi
- 17/03/202572,952 mi+68 mi
- 20/03/202679,612 mi+6,660 mi
- 31/03/202679,745 mi+133 mi
Average of roughly 6,723 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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