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EA56 XAO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

72,655 mi
Last recorded72,655 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 XAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 72,655 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 72,655 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 63,209 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 52,295 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 39,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 35,682 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 30,207 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2011 25,300 miles

rear tyres wearing close to limit and deteriorated

Pass 1 Nov 2010 19,987 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 15,534 miles

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

Offside Front 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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EA56 XAO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XAO, 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

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What year was EA56 XAO registered?

EA56 XAO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is EA56 XAO safe to buy?

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