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BD07 MYA

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

115,629 mi
Last recorded115,629 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2020
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD07 MYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 2 Jan 2020 115,629 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

brake discs rusted front and rear

coolant leak from radiator

front subframe prescribed area repaired in past

parts of structure and suspension at earlier stages of corrosion

suspension significantly lowered from manufacturers specification

Pass 14 Aug 2018 108,155 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

front indicators slightly obscured by lower grill

front sidelights incorrect colour (yellow)

Pass 14 Aug 2017 95,698 miles

Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted rubbing on driveshaft slightly (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 95,685 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted rubbing on driveshaft slightly (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 87,398 miles

child seats fitted to both rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts

offside front seat back partially insecure

offside rear child seat insecure

Fail 12 Aug 2016 87,398 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute rear and repeater (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

child seats fitted to both rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts

offside front seat back partially insecure

offside rear child seat insecure

Pass 8 Aug 2015 79,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Fail 8 Aug 2015 79,432 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 5 Aug 2014 69,225 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Aug 2014 69,189 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Aug 2013 58,757 miles

ALL wheels and tyres protrude beyond wheel arches

car has been lowered to the extent that there is minimal suspension movement

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 5 Aug 2013 58,757 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

ALL wheels and tyres protrude beyond wheel arches

car has been lowered to the extent that there is minimal suspension movement

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 49,409 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 39,875 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 39,308 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 30,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 30,472 miles

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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BD07 MYA is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD07 MYA, 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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What year was BD07 MYA registered?

BD07 MYA is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 July 2007.

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