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DK06 UUY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,957 mi
Last recorded114,957 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK06 UUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 114,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front underbody plastic cover loos

Fail 6 Jan 2022 114,956 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front underbody plastic cover loos

Pass 10 Dec 2020 108,009 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2020 108,009 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2020 104,602 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 100,563 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 100,561 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 99,102 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriated

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Pass 20 Dec 2016 96,670 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 93,555 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Fail 21 Dec 2015 93,555 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 90,353 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 85,464 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 80,290 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 73,721 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 65,945 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 55,441 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 52,167 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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DK06 UUY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 DK06 UUY, 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 DK06 UUY registered?

DK06 UUY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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