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F3 KTB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,692 mi
Last recorded111,692 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF3 KTB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 111,692 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2026 111,691 miles

Offside 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))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 103,004 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 99,908 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 99,885 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 18 May 2023 96,799 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 83,800 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 May 2022 83,780 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 82,465 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 64,578 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 56,968 miles

slight corosion to centre section of exhaust

Pass 15 Aug 2014 54,861 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 50,033 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 45,875 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 45,016 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 46,067 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 41,518 miles

nsf wire chaffing on inner driveshaft

osr hand brake cable slightly sticking

Pass 3 Apr 2009 36,599 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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F3 KTB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F3 KTB, 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 F3 KTB registered?

F3 KTB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is F3 KTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F3 KTB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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