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GD55 NPE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,132 mi
Last recorded32,132 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD55 NPE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 32,132 miles

play in both front suspension top mountings when jacked (lift)

Pass 13 Jan 2025 21,779 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3of 20 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

play in both front suspension top mountings when jacked

Fail 9 Jan 2025 21,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 3of 20 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

play in both front suspension top mountings when jacked

Pass 23 Jun 2022 21,682 miles

All four tyres slight cracking

Pass 20 Aug 2019 21,636 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack

Pass 9 Aug 2018 21,558 miles

Nearside & Offside rear tyres cracking

Pass 27 Jul 2017 21,416 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 21,416 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 20,727 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 19,870 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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GD55 NPE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GD55 NPE, 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 GD55 NPE registered?

GD55 NPE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is GD55 NPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD55 NPE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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