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AJ55 XAM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,969 mi
Last recorded100,969 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 XAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 100,969 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 97,830 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 88,995 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Aug 2018 76,680 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 67,908 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 60,585 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 60,584 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Outer slight cut in tyre wall

Pass 6 Feb 2016 59,266 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 55,806 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 48,466 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 41,774 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 35,921 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 30,961 miles

front brake discs excessive corrosion

Fail 8 Feb 2011 30,961 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs excessive corrosion

Pass 9 Feb 2010 26,065 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 18,223 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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AJ55 XAM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AJ55 XAM, 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 AJ55 XAM registered?

AJ55 XAM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 January 2006.

Is AJ55 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 XAM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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