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FG56 CNC

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,420 mi
Last recorded88,420 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 CNC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 88,420 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 87,178 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 85,001 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 80,978 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 80,888 miles

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

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

Backbox outer shield corroded and deterioreted

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides slightly worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 77,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 75,902 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 73,863 miles

Exhaust system badly corroded/deteriorated

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 68,955 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Exhaust system corroded.

Rear springs corroded,

Pass 20 Aug 2018 63,544 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 58,646 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded.

Pass 8 Aug 2016 54,412 miles

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

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Minor play in front ARB link rod bushes.

Rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Rear springs corroded.

Rear tyres misshape on edges.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 8 Aug 2016 54,412 miles

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

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Minor play in front ARB link rod bushes.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Rear springs corroded.

Rear tyres misshape on edges.

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 19 Aug 2015 50,615 miles

Engine cover

Exhaust rear silencer corroded.

Near side rear spring corroded.

Under tray

Pass 7 Aug 2014 45,784 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 41,345 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 36,836 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 32,525 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 27,481 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 22,917 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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FG56 CNC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FG56 CNC, 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 FG56 CNC registered?

FG56 CNC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is FG56 CNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG56 CNC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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