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DU56 XRA

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,003 mi
Last recorded99,003 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 XRA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 99,003 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Dec 2019 99,003 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Oct 2018 88,738 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Aug 2017 82,542 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 78,402 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 73,724 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 69,106 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 64,636 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 57,680 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 52,363 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs slightly scored

Pass 26 Aug 2010 45,522 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 38,163 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 38,163 miles

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

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

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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DU56 XRA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DU56 XRA, 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 DU56 XRA registered?

DU56 XRA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DU56 XRA safe to buy?

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