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AU06 UYZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,946 mi
Last recorded38,946 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 UYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 38,946 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Slight play in upper mounting (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Slight play in upper mounting (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 37,633 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 3 Jul 2025 37,633 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 35,012 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 35,012 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 33,679 miles

Advise headlining loose

Pass 26 Jan 2022 32,615 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 31,762 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Feb 2020 30,937 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 29,836 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 29,472 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 28,604 miles

both rear tyres are perished and cracked

Pass 2 Feb 2016 27,912 miles

N/s/f tyre is perished and cracked

N/s/r tyre is perished and cracked

O/s/f tyre is perished and cracked

O/s/r tyre is perished and cracked

Pass 3 Feb 2015 25,868 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 23,014 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 21,110 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 18,867 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 16,189 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 13,940 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 11,626 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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AU06 UYZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue 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 AU06 UYZ, 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 AU06 UYZ registered?

AU06 UYZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is AU06 UYZ safe to buy?

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