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C4 BSO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

98,431 mi
Last recorded98,431 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 BSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 98,431 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s+o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2024 89,670 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s+o/s (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 83,923 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2022 77,123 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 68,844 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 65,627 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 59,773 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 59,773 miles

Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected off/side front (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2018 50,959 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Aug 2017 39,690 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 34,210 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 34,203 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 32,643 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 30,707 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 28,806 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 26,776 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 24,050 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 22,131 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 18,167 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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C4 BSO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 C4 BSO, 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 C4 BSO registered?

C4 BSO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 May 2006.

Is C4 BSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C4 BSO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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