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FD55 YOA

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,459 mi
Last recorded79,459 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 YOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2020 79,459 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 76,614 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 70,847 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 64,638 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 58,978 miles

Centre exhaust mount corroded

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 27 Jul 2016 58,978 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Centre exhaust mount corroded

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jul 2015 53,466 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 47,893 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 39,679 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 38,107 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 34,011 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 28,592 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 22,489 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 18,629 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 YOA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FD55 YOA, 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 YOA registered?

FD55 YOA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 January 2006.

Is FD55 YOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 YOA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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