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CY06 LBX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

114,958 mi
Last recorded114,958 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY06 LBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024 114,958 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 104,385 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 95,637 miles

Front slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Jan 2021 87,915 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 76,622 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 58,964 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 55,039 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 55,037 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face corroded (3.5.1i)

slight brake bind on offside front wheel

Pass 28 Jul 2016 51,084 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 45,120 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 38,072 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 33,695 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 28,358 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 23,831 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 19,403 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 14,049 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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CY06 LBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 CY06 LBX, 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 CY06 LBX registered?

CY06 LBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is CY06 LBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY06 LBX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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