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EF55 VUU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

69,394 mi
Last recorded69,394 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 VUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 69,394 miles

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

Fail 30 Dec 2024 69,394 miles

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

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

Pass 4 Dec 2023 67,531 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s/f & o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 65,470 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 63,594 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 62,211 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 61,138 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

Pass 31 Dec 2018 59,728 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 58,725 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 54,720 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 51,260 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 47,009 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 43,154 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 37,994 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 32,761 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 29,409 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 25,587 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 18,602 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 18,561 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EF55 VUU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EF55 VUU, 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 EF55 VUU?

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What year was EF55 VUU registered?

EF55 VUU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 January 2006.

Is EF55 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 VUU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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