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FY06 XXF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

55,419 mi
Last recorded55,419 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 XXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 55,419 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corrosion to ALL ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Reversing lamp not working

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 55,414 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corrosion to ALL ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Reversing lamp not working

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 54,695 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 53,929 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 52,745 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 51,519 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 50,145 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 50,145 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 48,555 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 44,614 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 42,483 miles

slight damage to front screen

Pass 14 Oct 2016 40,239 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 35,441 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 32,901 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 29,389 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 26,651 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 22,339 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 20,424 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 18,272 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 14,713 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 12,957 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 12,957 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FY06 XXF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FY06 XXF, 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

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What year was FY06 XXF registered?

FY06 XXF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 April 2006.

Is FY06 XXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 XXF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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