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BP06 UDS

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,889 mi
Last recorded58,889 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP06 UDS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 58,889 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing low on tread

Pass 14 Aug 2025 58,119 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 57,268 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 57,255 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 56,063 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 54,960 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2022 54,936 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 53,548 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 52,807 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 52,263 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 50,711 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 48,910 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 46,940 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 43,676 miles

Exhaust back box corroded

Rear coil springs starting to corrode

Pass 21 Aug 2014 41,019 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 37,440 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 21 Aug 2012 33,204 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 28,513 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 23,242 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 16,688 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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BP06 UDS is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BP06 UDS, 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 BP06 UDS registered?

BP06 UDS is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 August 2006.

Is BP06 UDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP06 UDS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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