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DY57 GGA

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

102,341 mi
Last recorded102,341 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 GGA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Fail 30 Jun 2022 102,341 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced N/S sill excessive corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced O/S sill excessive corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs scored and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear N/S/R brake pads brittle breaking up due to heat

Fail 23 Nov 2021 102,327 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

brake discs worn

o/s wiper split on end

Pass 24 Nov 2020 96,163 miles

keep check on n/s rear tyre depth

Fail 18 Nov 2020 96,159 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake pad light on dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint excessively worn n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

keep check on n/s rear tyre depth

Pass 23 Oct 2019 90,811 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 90,810 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2018 84,107 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 84,107 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 77,882 miles

Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 71,872 miles

Nearside rear brake is starting to stick

Fail 10 Oct 2016 71,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake is starting to stick

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 65,824 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 65,824 miles

Offside Rear Lower Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

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

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 59,887 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 52,691 miles

keep check on tyre depths

Pass 4 Sep 2012 45,896 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 45,896 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 37,628 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 37,628 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 30,231 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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DY57 GGA is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 DY57 GGA, 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 DY57 GGA registered?

DY57 GGA is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 September 2007.

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