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AJ06 UGL

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

87,504 mi
Last recorded87,504 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ06 UGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 87,504 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 86,956 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2025 86,955 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 86,010 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 86,010 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 80,739 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 74,052 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 68,916 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 68,916 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 64,798 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 64,798 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 60,433 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 60,433 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 57,328 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 54,707 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 50,308 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 47,858 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 42,405 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 35,761 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 30,435 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 26,217 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 22,355 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,071 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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AJ06 UGL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AJ06 UGL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ06 UGL registered?

AJ06 UGL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 August 2006.

Is AJ06 UGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ06 UGL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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