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AO06 DJE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,938 mi
Last recorded86,938 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO06 DJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 86,938 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 86,938 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 83,750 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 81,216 miles

Nearside Rear slight damage to bumper

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

Fail 1 Apr 2021 81,216 miles

Nearside Rear slight damage to bumper

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 79,524 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 76,865 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2018 74,252 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 71,645 miles

Offside Front tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 26 Sep 2016 65,398 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 63,091 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 54,829 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 15 Oct 2013 46,866 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 42,142 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 35,256 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 30,807 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 23,403 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 19,570 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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AO06 DJE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO06 DJE, 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 AO06 DJE registered?

AO06 DJE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is AO06 DJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO06 DJE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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