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GJ06 LXG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,618 mi
Last recorded91,618 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 LXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 91,618 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 91,618 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 80,071 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 80,071 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 68,405 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 57,123 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 52,597 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 50,276 miles

all brake discs rusty

Pass 5 Jun 2020 49,776 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 45,979 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 43,614 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 43,614 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2017 39,879 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 33,508 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 33,508 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 31,624 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 29,878 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 28,028 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 25,374 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 25,374 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 21,121 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 21,120 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 16,585 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 11,762 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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GJ06 LXG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ06 LXG, 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 GJ06 LXG registered?

GJ06 LXG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 March 2006.

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