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EO06 DHK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

155,696 mi
Last recorded155,696 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO06 DHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 155,696 miles

slight smoke when revved

Pass 28 Mar 2023 153,213 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 146,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Sep 2021 145,410 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 140,112 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 138,690 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 135,531 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside mirror casing slightly deterioated

vehicle smokes slightly under hard acceleration

Pass 12 Jun 2017 127,817 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 110,505 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 90,185 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 72,639 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 May 2013 68,302 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 65,749 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 59,311 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 54,806 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 44,094 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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EO06 DHK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 EO06 DHK, 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 EO06 DHK registered?

EO06 DHK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is EO06 DHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO06 DHK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EO06 DHK have outstanding finance?

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