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EK57 VRW

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,615 mi
Last recorded44,615 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 VRW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 44,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 43,627 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 40,806 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 37,669 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 33,858 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 30,389 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 27,552 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

all four tyres perishing

Pass 27 Sep 2016 24,363 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 24,363 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 21,087 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 17,669 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 14,787 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 12,745 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 10,458 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 10,458 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 8,587 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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EK57 VRW is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VRW, 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 EK57 VRW registered?

EK57 VRW is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is EK57 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK57 VRW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK57 VRW have outstanding finance?

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