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CP56 PFF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

184,736 mi
Last recorded184,736 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP56 PFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 184,736 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 170,881 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 154,509 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 145,101 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 145,101 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 137,120 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 128,577 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 128,577 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 119,533 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 119,533 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 101,400 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2011 87,473 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 73,025 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 57,438 miles

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

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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CP56 PFF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CP56 PFF, 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 CP56 PFF registered?

CP56 PFF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is CP56 PFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP56 PFF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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