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BT06 XCO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,513 mi
Last recorded84,513 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 XCO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 84,513 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 78,664 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off cracked (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 70,981 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 59,110 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2017 47,982 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 41,048 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 37,815 miles

Nail in offside front tyre.Not repairable

Play in offside front bottom balljoint.Requires replacement ASAP

Pass 10 Jul 2013 34,012 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 28,722 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 25,102 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 25,102 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

E.S.P.light on

Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,111 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 16,961 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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BT06 XCO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BT06 XCO, 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 BT06 XCO registered?

BT06 XCO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 June 2006.

Is BT06 XCO safe to buy?

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