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A19 JFM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,691 mi
Last recorded37,691 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 JFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 37,691 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 35,828 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 35,393 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 34,100 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 31,768 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 30,757 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 28,173 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 26,137 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2019 26,137 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2018 24,193 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 23,662 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 22,213 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 21,296 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 19,823 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 18,852 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 17,463 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 15,453 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 12,410 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 9,491 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 9,491 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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A19 JFM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 67,762 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 A19 JFM, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A19 JFM registered?

A19 JFM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 April 2006.

Is A19 JFM safe to buy?

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