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EDV 238C

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

93,181 mi
Last recorded93,181 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDV 238C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 93,181 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 93,006 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 92,629 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 92,270 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 91,944 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 91,554 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 91,554 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 91,380 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 91,380 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 90,875 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 89,806 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 87,871 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 87,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 86,099 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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EDV 238C is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EDV 238C, 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 EDV 238C registered?

EDV 238C is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 May 2007.

Is EDV 238C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDV 238C shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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