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GF06 XSH

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,134 mi
Last recorded66,134 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 XSH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2019 66,134 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 61,541 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 56,536 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 49,912 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 49,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 45,592 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 41,101 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

centre exhaust hanger broken.

Pass 12 Sep 2013 36,508 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 31,483 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 31,483 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 27,159 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 22,510 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 15,504 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 15,504 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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GF06 XSH is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GF06 XSH, 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

How do I check the history of GF06 XSH?

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What year was GF06 XSH registered?

GF06 XSH is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 May 2006.

Is GF06 XSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF06 XSH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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