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EA56 FYU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,093 mi
Last recorded105,093 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 FYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2021 105,093 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 105,093 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 99,616 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 96,534 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 94,006 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 88,143 miles

Rear exhaust box starting to corrode.

Pass 12 May 2016 78,850 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 70,290 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 61,708 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

coolant low

offside rear tyre has a cut in the tread

Pass 14 May 2013 53,436 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 41,915 miles

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

front number plate damaged

nsr tyre cracked

osr tyre cracking

wipers slightly smeary

Pass 19 May 2011 35,270 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 29,140 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 18,733 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 FYU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FYU, 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 EA56 FYU?

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What year was EA56 FYU registered?

EA56 FYU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 October 2006.

Is EA56 FYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 FYU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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