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FD06 YHE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

105,048 mi
Last recorded105,048 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD06 YHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2026 105,048 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed co 6.8% 732 ppm lamba 1.967% (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2025 94,652 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 81,343 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2023 67,489 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 May 2022 64,207 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 61,421 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 59,449 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 57,179 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 54,149 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 54,149 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced caliper/cable (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 May 2017 52,157 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cuts in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2016 50,524 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 50,524 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2015 48,933 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 48,912 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 14 May 2014 45,841 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 41,252 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 36,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2012 36,350 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 28,903 miles

steel wheel fitted to o/s/r

Pass 18 May 2010 22,039 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 22,039 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 19 May 2009 14,261 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2009 14,261 miles

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

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

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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FD06 YHE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD06 YHE, 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.

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What year was FD06 YHE registered?

FD06 YHE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 11 July 2006.

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