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DV57 LYN

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

82,860 mi
Last recorded82,860 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV57 LYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 82,860 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 80,243 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 75,944 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 71,644 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 67,151 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 62,608 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 58,997 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 54,600 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 49,926 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 49,922 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 44,171 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 38,799 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 34,407 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 30,195 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 25,471 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 21,221 miles

Advise - front wipers split slightly

Pass 7 Sep 2011 16,923 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 13,291 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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DV57 LYN is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DV57 LYN, 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 DV57 LYN registered?

DV57 LYN is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is DV57 LYN safe to buy?

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