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EN55 ZCT

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

82,957 mi
Last recorded82,957 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN55 ZCT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 82,957 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 80,148 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 80,148 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 77,044 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Slight oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2021 71,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 67,265 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 60,137 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 49,998 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 41,699 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 32,403 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 31,682 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 29,678 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 27,690 miles

Exhaust centre mounting deteriorated but system still adequately supported.

Pass 25 Jan 2013 25,939 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 21,347 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 17,980 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 14,834 miles

offside wiper blade starting to split

Pass 22 Jan 2009 10,566 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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EN55 ZCT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EN55 ZCT, 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 EN55 ZCT registered?

EN55 ZCT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 February 2006.

Is EN55 ZCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN55 ZCT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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