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CE57 OUK

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

106,673 mi
Last recorded106,673 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE57 OUK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 106,673 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 103,197 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 103,112 miles

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))

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 102,849 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2023 102,846 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 102,821 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 97,565 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess performance slightly low (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 92,751 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 92,693 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 81,784 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 81,782 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 74,329 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 66,311 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 58,429 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 51,564 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 43,492 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 35,383 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 27,472 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 21,124 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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CE57 OUK is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CE57 OUK, 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 CE57 OUK registered?

CE57 OUK is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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