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EA56 CNK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

124,426 mi
Last recorded124,426 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 CNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 124,426 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Nov 2016 112,047 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

near side rear tyre tread shows uneven wear, is out of shape and shows deep splits at the tread.

near side rear tyre valve stem shows deterioration.

off and near side front brake discs show wear/lipped edge.

off side front service brake is slightly binding on.

off side front tyre valve stem shows deterioration.

off side rear tyre tread shows deep splits at the tread.

off side rear tyre valve stem shows deterioration.

service brake pedal shows travel.

Pass 13 Nov 2015 103,220 miles

puncture in offside rear tyre.

Fail 13 Nov 2015 103,220 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

puncture in offside rear tyre.

Pass 14 Nov 2014 92,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

front disc lipped

nearside front tyre wearing 3 m/m

offside front tyre wearing on edges + 3 m/m tread

Pass 21 Nov 2013 84,790 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 73,344 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 73,342 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 62,160 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 51,055 miles

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 30 Dec 2009 37,549 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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EA56 CNK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EA56 CNK, 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 EA56 CNK registered?

EA56 CNK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is EA56 CNK safe to buy?

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