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EN56 UHU

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,194 mi
Last recorded99,194 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN56 UHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 99,194 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 94,679 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 92,282 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 88,058 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 82,283 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 79,802 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 79,802 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 5 Mar 2016 79,720 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 75,251 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 72,245 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 72,245 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 66,251 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 53,522 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 39,668 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 27,730 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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EN56 UHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EN56 UHU, 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 EN56 UHU registered?

EN56 UHU is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 January 2007.

Is EN56 UHU safe to buy?

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