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AU56 OFG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

79,898 mi
Last recorded79,898 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 OFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2021 79,898 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 70,382 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 65,190 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 58,458 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 53,683 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 48,622 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 42,886 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 38,028 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 37,990 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 31,979 miles

all 4 tyres have crakes in side walls but not to cords

front brake discs corroed and is slight disstorted seen when brakes apllied

Pass 26 Jul 2011 25,490 miles

Center exhaust mounting bracket broken

Noise from steering when turning lock to lock

Slight corrosion/pitting on inner surface of front brake discs

Pass 26 Jul 2010 19,280 miles

creaking/knocking noise from steering column

slight corrosion/pitting on front brake discs

tyres slightly cracked

Pass 30 Jul 2009 12,452 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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AU56 OFG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AU56 OFG, 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 AU56 OFG registered?

AU56 OFG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is AU56 OFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 OFG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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