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BN56 YYU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,051 mi
Last recorded128,051 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN56 YYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 128,051 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Jun 2017 120,935 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Jun 2017 120,934 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 106,874 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.2.A.1b)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2015 93,967 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 75,546 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 75,546 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 61,651 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 48,615 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 32,950 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 18,874 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 18,874 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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BN56 YYU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN56 YYU, 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 BN56 YYU registered?

BN56 YYU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is BN56 YYU safe to buy?

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