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DS07 GFA

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,895 mi
Last recorded57,895 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS07 GFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 57,895 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 53,201 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 53,080 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 48,738 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 48,637 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 45,039 miles

both front tyres deteriorated

Fail 2 Feb 2018 44,945 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

both front tyres deteriorated

Pass 14 Feb 2017 39,553 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 37,781 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 33,719 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 28,059 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 23,359 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 19,003 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 15,383 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 12,927 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 12,927 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 GFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GFA, 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 GFA registered?

DS07 GFA is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 June 2007.

Is DS07 GFA safe to buy?

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