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FL06 EAO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,357 mi
Last recorded62,357 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL06 EAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 62,357 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2016 62,347 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective airbag light on showing fault (5.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits exhaust system has various leaks (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 57,369 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 51,248 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Mar 2013 43,640 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 36,156 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,021 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 2 Mar 2011 30,019 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

front brake discs worn

Pass 16 Feb 2010 24,499 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 24,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 19,537 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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FL06 EAO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FL06 EAO, 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 FL06 EAO registered?

FL06 EAO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is FL06 EAO safe to buy?

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