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EJ57 XZU

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

114,553 mi
Last recorded114,553 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ57 XZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 114,553 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 106,133 miles

Nearside reverse light lens damaged

Fail 4 Nov 2020 106,133 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside reverse light lens damaged

Pass 20 Dec 2019 102,841 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 102,841 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 91,725 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 91,725 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 80,469 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 68,069 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 57,389 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 45,085 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 33,824 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 33,824 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Dec 2012 255,112 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 255,112 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)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 16,999 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 10,950 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 XZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 EJ57 XZU, 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 EJ57 XZU registered?

EJ57 XZU is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 December 2007.

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The MOT history for EJ57 XZU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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