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BK57 KXB

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,743 mi
Last recorded59,743 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK57 KXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 59,743 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

brake pedal has slight reserve travel

Fail 27 Aug 2025 59,743 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

brake pedal has slight reserve travel

Pass 23 Aug 2024 58,480 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking, both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake pedal has slight reserve travel

Pass 24 Aug 2023 55,879 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 53,603 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 51,625 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 49,641 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 48,105 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 45,336 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 45,330 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt missing from strengthening plate (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 40,464 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 40,438 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 36,409 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 32,805 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 28,331 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 22,926 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 20,228 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 20,228 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 17,040 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 12,909 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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BK57 KXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BK57 KXB, 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 BK57 KXB registered?

BK57 KXB is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is BK57 KXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK57 KXB shows 20 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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