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BV56 PSO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

57,107 mi
Last recorded57,107 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 PSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 57,107 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 52,212 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi to rear axel has hardned (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi to rear caliper has hardned (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi to rear axel has hardned (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi to rear caliper has hardned (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect All shockabsorbers worn with reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 45,565 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 39,539 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 35,861 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 33,960 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 32,243 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 29,980 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 28,180 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 26,617 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 25,106 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 23,426 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 21,227 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 19,449 miles

rear number plate cracked

Pass 24 Oct 2011 16,897 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 15,060 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 12,059 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 12,059 miles

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

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

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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BV56 PSO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BV56 PSO, 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 BV56 PSO registered?

BV56 PSO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 November 2006.

Is BV56 PSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV56 PSO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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