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B8 VWB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

91,078 mi
Last recorded91,078 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 VWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 91,078 miles

coil springs corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2017 84,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 84,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 79,402 miles

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)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 79,402 miles

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)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 74,666 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 74,652 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 74,652 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 69,780 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 59,311 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 52,765 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 48,843 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 45,993 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 41,616 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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B8 VWB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey 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 B8 VWB, 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 B8 VWB registered?

B8 VWB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 January 2006.

Is B8 VWB safe to buy?

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