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AU56 YEX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,750 mi
Last recorded74,750 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 YEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2015 74,750 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 60,096 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 55,072 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 50,731 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 50,549 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 48,872 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 35,810 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 YEX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YEX, 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

How do I check the history of AU56 YEX?

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What year was AU56 YEX registered?

AU56 YEX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is AU56 YEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU56 YEX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU56 YEX have outstanding finance?

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