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DY07 LVM

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

91,322 mi
Last recorded91,322 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY07 LVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 91,322 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front strutt top mount has unladen lift

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material electrolosis under protective sleeve [both sides] (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust centre pipe clamp/sleeve corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2025 91,320 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front strutt top mount has unladen lift

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material electrolosis under protective sleeve [both sides] (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust centre pipe clamp/sleeve corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2024 90,000 miles

surface corrosion front subframe,suspension,rear axle,springs

Fail 1 Nov 2024 90,000 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

surface corrosion front subframe,suspension,rear axle,springs

Pass 27 Oct 2023 86,615 miles

surface corrosion front subframe,suspension,rear axle,mountings,springs

Pass 24 Oct 2022 83,950 miles

Both side skirts corroded at rear

Headlamp light output reduced - both sides

Pass 30 Sep 2021 80,622 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 78,589 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 78,561 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 75,636 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 73,017 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 69,391 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Jul 2017 69,391 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 69,007 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge on limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 69,007 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 61,139 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 51,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 45,021 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 38,640 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,139 miles

Nearside and offside rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 12 Apr 2010 23,093 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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DY07 LVM is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 DY07 LVM, 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 DY07 LVM registered?

DY07 LVM is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 April 2007.

Is DY07 LVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY07 LVM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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