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FN56 TVJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

86,290 mi
Last recorded86,290 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN56 TVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 86,290 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 82,237 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 77,059 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 72,334 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 66,884 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 60,682 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 59,975 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2016 54,292 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2015 48,942 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 42,614 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 38,855 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 Aug 2012 34,718 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 31,538 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 25,726 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 25,726 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 18,652 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 TVJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 TVJ, 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 TVJ registered?

FN56 TVJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is FN56 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN56 TVJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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