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DG56 AVZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

89,164 mi
Last recorded89,164 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 AVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 89,164 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 88,354 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 83,166 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 77,483 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 74,112 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 74,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 71,607 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 62,993 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 62,993 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 55,112 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 48,213 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Sep 2016 40,086 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 31,832 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 31,832 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 25,469 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 23,576 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 22,328 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 19,648 miles

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

service indicator flashing/fuel light on.

Pass 16 Aug 2010 17,022 miles

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

service indicator flashing.

Pass 3 Aug 2009 14,483 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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DG56 AVZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DG56 AVZ, 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 DG56 AVZ registered?

DG56 AVZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is DG56 AVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG56 AVZ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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