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CP56 VFW

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

60,305 mi
Last recorded60,305 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP56 VFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 60,305 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 60,305 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2024 55,532 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 50,144 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 45,516 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 41,346 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 37,416 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 33,930 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 29,956 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 27,407 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 24,391 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Jan 2016 21,961 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2016 21,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 19,410 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 16,864 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 14,438 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 12,294 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 12,290 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 9,397 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 7,212 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CP56 VFW is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CP56 VFW, 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 CP56 VFW registered?

CP56 VFW is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is CP56 VFW safe to buy?

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