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GF56 ECJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

89,382 mi
Last recorded89,382 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 ECJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 89,382 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 86,450 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 83,481 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 80,873 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 76,889 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 73,692 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens cracked (1.2.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear alloy wheel buckled

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear exhaust box hanger snapped but still secure

gear box misting oil

Pass 5 Feb 2016 69,902 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 65,618 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 60,472 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 60,472 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 55,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 55,926 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 42,340 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 35,460 miles

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)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 35,282 miles

front number plate de-daminated

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

Pass 17 Oct 2009 11,166 miles

handbrake lever cover missing

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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GF56 ECJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF56 ECJ, 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 GF56 ECJ?

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What year was GF56 ECJ registered?

GF56 ECJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is GF56 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 ECJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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