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AV06 VNJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,126 mi
Last recorded86,126 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV06 VNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2023 86,126 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 84,699 miles

Central Exhaust bracket broken

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 84,699 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Both (4.1.5 (a))

Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Central Exhaust bracket broken

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wipers bent and catching on bonnet (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 79,825 miles

chip in screen

Pass 16 Oct 2020 77,906 miles

small chip in windscreen

Pass 23 May 2019 73,159 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 67,904 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 62,692 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 62,692 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 May 2016 58,675 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 58,598 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

EML Light on

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Rear tyres deteriorating between tread [perishing / splitting]

Pass 27 Apr 2015 51,979 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 44,956 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 38,507 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 31,249 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 25,975 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 21,345 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 17,279 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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AV06 VNJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AV06 VNJ, 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 AV06 VNJ registered?

AV06 VNJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 April 2006.

Is AV06 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV06 VNJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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