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FD55 LYH

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

80,667 mi
Last recorded80,667 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 LYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2026 80,667 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Benefit of doubt given to rear sill's

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both sides (4.4.3 (b))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 80,615 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 80,075 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 78,853 miles

Nearside Rear park brake lever on caliper not returning fully

Fail 19 Jan 2022 78,853 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear park brake lever on caliper not returning fully

Pass 15 Jan 2021 74,898 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 74,898 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 71,619 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 71,616 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 68,202 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 62,305 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 62,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 55,433 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)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 49,284 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 43,325 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2015 43,145 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 37,569 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 33,866 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 30,939 miles

both rear &o/s/f tyre sidewalls perishing

Pass 7 Jan 2011 27,247 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 23,605 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 19,724 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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FD55 LYH is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FD55 LYH, 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 FD55 LYH registered?

FD55 LYH is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 January 2006.

Is FD55 LYH safe to buy?

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