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FG56 NXK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

112,983 mi
Last recorded112,983 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 NXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2021 112,983 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 31 Jan 2020 110,214 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2020 110,214 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 107,313 miles

Offside front tyre starting to wear on inside edge

Fail 16 Nov 2018 107,303 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 18 Nov 2017 94,705 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 89,037 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jan 2017 89,035 miles

Offside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 78,291 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 78,291 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 69,945 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 61,079 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 53,272 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 40,049 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 35,130 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 26,134 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 NXK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FG56 NXK, 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 FG56 NXK registered?

FG56 NXK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 October 2006.

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