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EK56 LFL

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

47,607 mi
Last recorded47,607 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK56 LFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 47,607 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 47,091 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 46,336 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 45,735 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 43,941 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 43,940 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 42,963 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 42,556 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 41,550 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 40,221 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 40,219 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 39,079 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 38,235 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 37,477 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 36,121 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 34,999 miles

Headlamp adjusters worn (adjusted internally)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 34,999 miles

Headlamp adjusters worn (adjusted internally)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 32,986 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 31,793 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 29,172 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 26,947 miles

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

Front wiper blades split and smearing the screen

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 23,595 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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EK56 LFL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 EK56 LFL, 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 EK56 LFL registered?

EK56 LFL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 September 2006.

Is EK56 LFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK56 LFL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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