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AF07 WDL

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

191,292 mi
Last recorded191,292 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF07 WDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 191,292 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 May 2019 191,291 miles

Fuel pipe leaking fuel cooler (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

inter cooler pipe not secured

Pass 5 May 2018 184,003 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 May 2018 183,972 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 May 2017 163,239 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 148,391 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 125,878 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 111,086 miles

undertray insecure

Pass 17 Jun 2013 95,622 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front bumper damage

Pass 22 Jun 2012 76,785 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front bumper damage

Pass 27 Jun 2011 63,241 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 63,236 miles

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

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 26 Apr 2010 57,558 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 55,330 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 55,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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AF07 WDL is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 64,281 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 AF07 WDL, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AF07 WDL is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 March 2007.

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