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AR07 LBX

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,739 mi
Last recorded197,739 miles
Recorded on20 May 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 LBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2017 197,739 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

wiper blades worn-smearing/judder

Pass 1 Jun 2016 177,927 miles

back box outer skin corroded

front wipers judder

windscreen has a crack outside the swept area

Pass 27 May 2015 155,385 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 May 2015 155,385 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 136,864 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 May 2013 116,158 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

chips in windscreen not mot fail

slight play in n/s/f siderod of steering rack

Pass 23 May 2013 116,158 miles

chips in windscreen not mot fail

slight play in n/s/f siderod of steering rack

Pass 29 May 2012 96,808 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 74,307 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyre treads on 3mm (legal limit 1.6mm)

near side front tyre outer sidewall slightly perished

Pass 4 Jun 2010 50,637 miles

near side rear tyre tread on 3mm (legal limit 1.6mm)

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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AR07 LBX is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AR07 LBX, 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

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What year was AR07 LBX registered?

AR07 LBX is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 June 2007.

Is AR07 LBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 LBX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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