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AV56 HVX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,642 mi
Last recorded106,642 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 HVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 106,642 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 98,481 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 91,409 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inner edge

vehicle took along time to get through emissions test

Fail 4 Oct 2017 91,409 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault anti skid light stays on indicating a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inner edge

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

Offside Rear tyre has uneven wear on inner edge

vehicle took along time to get through emissions test

Pass 29 Sep 2016 84,417 miles

engine light on

Fail 29 Sep 2016 84,417 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not on screen (8.2.3)

engine light on

Pass 22 Sep 2015 77,437 miles

oil leak engine bay

slight brake bind nsr wheel

Fail 21 Sep 2015 77,437 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

oil leak engine bay

slight brake bind nsr wheel

Pass 22 Sep 2014 69,701 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure

Pass 2 Oct 2013 59,745 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside front suspension top mount bearing slightly stiff/seized

Pass 21 Sep 2012 51,135 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 40,633 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front brake discs corroded on inner face

Pass 9 Sep 2010 33,423 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 26,353 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

both wiper inserts split

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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AV56 HVX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AV56 HVX, 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 AV56 HVX registered?

AV56 HVX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is AV56 HVX safe to buy?

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