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ET07 UCB

2007 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,213 mi
Last recorded57,213 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Beetle64,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET07 UCB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2007
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 57,213 miles

Headlamp pattern is poor

Pass 12 Dec 2024 55,591 miles

headlamp pattern is poor

Pass 21 Dec 2023 53,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 53,416 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 51,319 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 51,319 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 48,414 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 45,356 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 45,356 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 42,713 miles

have not checked rear seat belts due to both child seats being in the fixed position

Fail 5 Dec 2019 42,713 miles

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp comes on without switching it on (4.5.4 (b))

have not checked rear seat belts due to both child seats being in the fixed position

Pass 6 Dec 2018 38,981 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 34,927 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 34,927 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 30,409 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 27,855 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 27,855 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 23,203 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 17,064 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 13,467 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 10,322 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 8,176 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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ET07 UCB is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ET07 UCB, 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

How do I check the history of ET07 UCB?

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What year was ET07 UCB registered?

ET07 UCB is a 2007 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 July 2007.

Is ET07 UCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET07 UCB shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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