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CY56 HBF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,976 mi
Last recorded101,976 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY56 HBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2018 101,976 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

engine management light on, running on 3

Pass 27 Feb 2017 91,894 miles

Central Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner and outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 80,673 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 80,648 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 59,801 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2013 50,301 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 42,036 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 33,339 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 24,435 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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CY56 HBF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CY56 HBF, 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 CY56 HBF registered?

CY56 HBF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is CY56 HBF safe to buy?

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