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LK07 MBY

2007 Volkswagen Shuttle

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

189,318 mi
Last recorded189,318 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Shuttle105,564 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK07 MBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc
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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 189,318 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear back box exhaust outer skin slight corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2025 189,318 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear back box exhaust outer skin slight corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 181,712 miles

Central Rear outer skin on exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2023 174,805 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 174,218 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 174,218 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 170,784 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear box deteriorated

Fail 18 Dec 2019 170,782 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/65 R 16 C (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/65 R 16C (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear box deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2019 167,493 miles

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 10 Jan 2019 167,493 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 4 Dec 2017 161,917 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Dec 2017 161,917 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 155,736 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 155,736 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 131,050 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jul 2015 131,050 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2014 115,047 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 96,685 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 96,685 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 82,087 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 61,124 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 61,124 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2010 45,300 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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LK07 MBY is a 2007 Volkswagen Shuttle in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 105,564 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK07 MBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK07 MBY registered?

LK07 MBY is a 2007 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 10 July 2007.

Is LK07 MBY safe to buy?

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