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BK06 JVJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

138,585 mi
Last recorded138,585 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK06 JVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 138,585 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective weathered (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2021 138,446 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Passenger's seat insecure Passenger front (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2019 118,396 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

Nearside Rear seat belt not tested due to booster seat fitted

interior mirror insecure

Fail 1 Jul 2019 118,393 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

Nearside Rear seat belt not tested due to booster seat fitted

interior mirror insecure

Pass 3 Jul 2018 110,061 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

n /s/f indicater len missing

o/s/f door mirror cracked

Pass 29 Jun 2017 103,901 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 91,480 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 78,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 78,585 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 65,388 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 54,657 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 39,802 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 39,798 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front tyres worn close to legal limit

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake discs excessively worn and thin

Pass 5 Jul 2011 37,038 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 31,218 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 29,020 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 22,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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BK06 JVJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BK06 JVJ, 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 BK06 JVJ registered?

BK06 JVJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 March 2006.

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The MOT history for BK06 JVJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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