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DU55 UJG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

125,187 mi
Last recorded125,187 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 UJG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 125,187 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 125,187 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 120,930 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 112,374 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 107,478 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 100,667 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 93,376 miles

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 14 Jan 2013 80,635 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 70,610 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 70,610 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 63,121 miles

os inner cv boot split

Pass 4 Feb 2010 55,107 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 55,081 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 46,530 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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DU55 UJG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol 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 DU55 UJG, 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 DU55 UJG registered?

DU55 UJG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is DU55 UJG safe to buy?

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