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EK57 LVZ

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,028 mi
Last recorded111,028 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 LVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 111,028 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 101,617 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 99,096 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 92,361 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 84,562 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2016 84,550 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 74,334 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 64,327 miles

engine light on

Pass 16 Nov 2013 51,351 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 38,411 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 27,145 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 27,145 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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EK57 LVZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EK57 LVZ, 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 EK57 LVZ registered?

EK57 LVZ is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 2007.

Is EK57 LVZ safe to buy?

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