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DY57 HHK

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,419 mi
Last recorded71,419 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY57 HHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 71,419 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (worn inner edges) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 63,364 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 63,355 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 56,549 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 56,549 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 51,596 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 51,596 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 47,138 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 47,132 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 46,912 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 46,672 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 43,682 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 39,355 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 35,858 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 32,226 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 29,076 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 26,156 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 23,124 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 19,230 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 15,417 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 HHK is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DY57 HHK, 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 DY57 HHK registered?

DY57 HHK is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is DY57 HHK safe to buy?

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