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DE57 XZY

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,212 mi
Last recorded81,212 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE57 XZY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 81,212 miles

High level stop lmap not working

Nearside front indicator lens damaged

Auxiliary belt heavily deteriorated

Coil springs corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 73,431 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 70,300 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2019 70,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 66,276 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 66,276 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2017 60,243 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 55,770 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2016 55,768 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 49,991 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 43,226 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 34,890 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 26,972 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 17,595 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 9,513 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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DE57 XZY is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DE57 XZY, 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 DE57 XZY registered?

DE57 XZY is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 November 2007.

Is DE57 XZY safe to buy?

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