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DS07 GEJ

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,926 mi
Last recorded127,926 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS07 GEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 127,926 miles

Both rear brake discs wearing thin

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2017 125,132 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2017 125,131 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 20 Aug 2016 117,271 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 117,271 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 113,687 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 113,687 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 108,474 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 97,080 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 91,275 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 85,109 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 71,613 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 53,609 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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DS07 GEJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DS07 GEJ, 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 DS07 GEJ registered?

DS07 GEJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 July 2007.

Is DS07 GEJ safe to buy?

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