MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
108,432 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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both front brake discs badly rusted on inner surface
offside rear brake disc badly rusted on inner surface
both front brake discs very rusted on inner surface
offside rear brake disc rusted on inner edge
Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
both front brake discs very rusted on inner surface
offside rear brake disc rusted on inner edge
centre brake light not working
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)
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FY56 GMU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 FY56 GMU, 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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How do I check the history of FY56 GMU?
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What year was FY56 GMU registered?
FY56 GMU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 September 2006.
Is FY56 GMU safe to buy?
The MOT history for FY56 GMU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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