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FN56 GHZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,354 mi
Last recorded91,354 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN56 GHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2024 91,354 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 90,783 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 90,783 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 85,852 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 82,675 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade slight tear at outer end

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer cable slightly swollen but still operating (1.1.15 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer cable swollen but still operating (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 73,149 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 72,923 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 71,568 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 70,733 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 69,117 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 66,667 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 65,047 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 56,089 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Sep 2010 45,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres perrishing 205 55 16

Pass 7 Sep 2009 30,670 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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FN56 GHZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FN56 GHZ, 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 FN56 GHZ registered?

FN56 GHZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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