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BG56 UWP

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

113,915 mi
Last recorded113,915 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 UWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 113,915 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

center exhaust fixing very corroded and weak

Pass 22 Sep 2020 109,465 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 104,081 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 97,573 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 92,822 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 88,064 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2016 88,064 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 79,136 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 69,376 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 62,585 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 53,338 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 45,771 miles

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges

surface corrosion on brake discs

Pass 29 Nov 2011 43,954 miles

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 22 Nov 2010 37,103 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 27,660 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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BG56 UWP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BG56 UWP, 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 BG56 UWP registered?

BG56 UWP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 November 2006.

Is BG56 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG56 UWP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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