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BN57 BVH

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,002 mi
Last recorded31,002 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 BVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 31,002 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 30,378 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 28,736 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 27,879 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 25,010 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 18,839 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 18,191 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 17,785 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 16,546 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 16,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 15,537 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 14,843 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 14,091 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 13,074 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 12,351 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 12,061 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 11,243 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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BN57 BVH is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BN57 BVH, 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 BN57 BVH registered?

BN57 BVH is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is BN57 BVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 BVH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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