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FH55 MWG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,843 mi
Last recorded110,843 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 MWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2015 110,843 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 97,035 miles

exhaust centre hanger corroded

offside front fog lamp not working

Fail 27 Jan 2014 97,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

exhaust centre hanger corroded

offside front fog lamp not working

Pass 5 Jan 2013 77,811 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 60,965 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 50,487 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 34,022 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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FH55 MWG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FH55 MWG, 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

How do I check the history of FH55 MWG?

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What year was FH55 MWG registered?

FH55 MWG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is FH55 MWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 MWG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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