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EJ57 XSE

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

84,948 mi
Last recorded84,948 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ57 XSE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 84,948 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 81,894 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 78,391 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 78,388 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear number plate lamps covered with masking tape, not allowing light through and not illuminating rear plate (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Nov 2022 74,731 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 71,144 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Nov 2020 68,229 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 65,103 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 59,746 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 59,746 miles

Nearside All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 54,404 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 49,371 miles

Offside number plate lamp loose but secure

Pass 4 Nov 2015 44,951 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 38,337 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 32,387 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 32,387 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 26,509 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 20,996 miles

high level stop lamp inop

Pass 11 Nov 2010 16,387 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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EJ57 XSE is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EJ57 XSE, 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 EJ57 XSE registered?

EJ57 XSE is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2007.

Is EJ57 XSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ57 XSE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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