2007 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · BJ57 VTF
2007 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 87,318 miles. MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,318 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ57 VTF Key Findings
- 23 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2026
- 87,318 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ57 VTF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
23 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volkswagen Beetle (BJ57 VTF) between September 2010 and September 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 14 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Steering (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail Top mount failed (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken In multiple pieces (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
BJ57 VTF Mileage History
- 28/09/201040,600 mi
- 21/07/201147,213 mi+6,613 mi
- 25/07/201147,213 mi
- 23/07/201253,134 mi+5,921 mi
- 18/07/201356,486 mi+3,352 mi
- 23/07/201461,613 mi+5,127 mi
- 26/06/201562,232 mi+619 mi
- 26/06/201562,232 mi
- 24/01/201763,971 mi+1,739 mi
- 24/01/201763,971 mi
- 27/02/201866,013 mi+2,042 mi
- 27/02/201967,450 mi+1,437 mi
- 27/02/201967,450 mi
- 25/02/202069,953 mi+2,503 mi
- 26/02/202171,702 mi+1,749 mi
- 25/02/202273,643 mi+1,941 mi
- 03/02/202377,135 mi+3,492 mi
- 03/02/202377,136 mi+1 mi
- 19/02/202481,442 mi+4,306 mi
- 21/02/202481,442 mi
- 27/02/202584,831 mi+3,389 mi
- 27/02/202584,832 mi+1 mi
- 14/09/202687,318 mi+2,486 mi
Average of roughly 2,927 miles per year across 23 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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