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BF57 YZZ

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

53,394 mi
Last recorded53,394 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 YZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 53,394 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 42,229 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 39,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 35,469 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 28,773 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 21,709 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 17,640 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 16,896 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 16,776 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 15,158 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 15,156 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 14,095 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 11,620 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

frint brake discs deteriorated

Pass 2 Sep 2011 9,900 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 8,196 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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BF57 YZZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BF57 YZZ, 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 BF57 YZZ registered?

BF57 YZZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is BF57 YZZ safe to buy?

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