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DS07 FMP

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

173,537 mi
Last recorded173,537 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS07 FMP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 173,537 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 169,340 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 158,055 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 158,055 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

offside front brake disc corroded

Pass 26 May 2015 136,930 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 136,930 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2014 118,110 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2013 100,197 miles

nearside front tyre cracking on inner sidewall

Fail 6 Jun 2012 78,614 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 78,614 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Jun 2011 51,868 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 26,731 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,731 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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DS07 FMP is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS07 FMP, 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 DS07 FMP registered?

DS07 FMP is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 June 2007.

Is DS07 FMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS07 FMP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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