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FL56 GDZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

126,153 mi
Last recorded126,153 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL56 GDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 126,153 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2026 126,153 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 121,857 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 121,857 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 117,275 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 112,552 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 112,552 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 107,272 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 99,957 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 99,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 94,351 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 88,062 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 83,516 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 75,123 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 75,123 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 66,400 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 57,270 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 49,545 miles

damage to n/s of vehicle no sharp edges

Pass 21 Dec 2012 40,944 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 30,923 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 22,223 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 20,239 miles

Advise 1 segment in high level stop lamp inop

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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FL56 GDZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FL56 GDZ, 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 FL56 GDZ registered?

FL56 GDZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is FL56 GDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL56 GDZ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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