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DX06 DLE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,456 mi
Last recorded139,456 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 DLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 139,456 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 138,943 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 124,074 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 124,073 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 118,916 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 108,083 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 101,875 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 85,797 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 77,362 miles

Rear Tyres Sidewalls Perished

Fail 13 Sep 2013 74,337 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 74,337 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 65,942 miles

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

drivers rear tyre cracked.

Pass 5 Mar 2011 57,929 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 47,266 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 47,266 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 34,703 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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DX06 DLE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DX06 DLE, 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

How do I check the history of DX06 DLE?

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What year was DX06 DLE registered?

DX06 DLE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 April 2006.

Is DX06 DLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX06 DLE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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