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DY06 XTX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,945 mi
Last recorded59,945 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 XTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 59,945 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 56,682 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 53,863 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 51,465 miles

all four tyres are cracking

Pass 21 Jul 2020 49,301 miles

Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Front top spring mounts noisy (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 44,579 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 41,275 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 38,952 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 36,771 miles

Front brake discs are rusty on the inside

Pass 1 Apr 2015 34,978 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 32,461 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 29,896 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 29,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

nsr tyres is showing signs of aging

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,595 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 22,379 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 180,042 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 13,888 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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DY06 XTX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DY06 XTX, 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 DY06 XTX registered?

DY06 XTX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is DY06 XTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 XTX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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