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ET06 VSC

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

81,451 mi
Last recorded81,451 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 VSC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 81,451 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 81,450 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 78,461 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 75,047 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 75,047 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 70,811 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 67,141 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 67,141 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 64,702 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 60,633 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 55,438 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 50,086 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 44,908 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 39,675 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 35,360 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 1,230 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 28,732 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 25,521 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 21,575 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,584 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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ET06 VSC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 ET06 VSC, 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 ET06 VSC?

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What year was ET06 VSC registered?

ET06 VSC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 August 2006.

Is ET06 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET06 VSC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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