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BF06 VBP

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

82,007 mi
Last recorded82,007 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF06 VBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 82,007 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 79,167 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 76,848 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 73,437 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 71,149 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 61,046 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 57,220 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 54,814 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 52,918 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 49,664 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 46,305 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 46,305 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 42,870 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 38,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

centre exhaust bracket detached

Pass 23 Jan 2012 34,684 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 30,217 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 26,068 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 21,109 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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BF06 VBP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BF06 VBP, 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 BF06 VBP?

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What year was BF06 VBP registered?

BF06 VBP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is BF06 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF06 VBP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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