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BF56 OXK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

135,954 mi
Last recorded135,954 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 OXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 135,954 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 135,954 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 132,670 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 129,070 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 125,708 miles

Auxiliary belt deteriorated

Exhaust clamp corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from the front to centre exhaust at the clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Bump stops deteriorated

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged drivers stalk cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 125,707 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Auxiliary belt deteriorated

Exhaust clamp corroded through

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to centre exhaust at exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Bump stops deteriorated

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover is missing (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 115,440 miles

Drivers seat belt buckle cover broken off

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre (7.1.2)

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)

Rear Brake discs heavily corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 115,440 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Drivers seat belt buckle cover broken off

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front to centre (7.1.2)

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)

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

Rear Brake discs heavily corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 87,479 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 77,749 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 77,749 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 67,551 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 60,589 miles

both rear tyres beginning to age

rear brake pads low

Pass 5 Oct 2011 52,159 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 41,706 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 41,650 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 26,656 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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BF56 OXK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF56 OXK, 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 BF56 OXK registered?

BF56 OXK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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