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AF57 NRN

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

30,350 mi
Last recorded30,350 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF57 NRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 30,350 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 29,486 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 28,990 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 28,447 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 28,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 27,197 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 25,612 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 24,081 miles

slight corrosion on front discs inner

Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,944 miles

slight corrosion on front discs

Pass 24 Aug 2017 20,195 miles

both rear tyres 3mm / engine x under covers fitted / slight corrosion on front discs

Pass 26 Aug 2016 18,784 miles

engine x under cover fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

SLIGHT WEAR ON INNER WISHBONE BUSHES

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2014 16,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Sep 2014 16,037 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 14,149 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 12,409 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 10,149 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 7,486 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 7,486 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

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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AF57 NRN is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AF57 NRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF57 NRN?

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What year was AF57 NRN registered?

AF57 NRN is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is AF57 NRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF57 NRN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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