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GJ06 WPK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,486 mi
Last recorded48,486 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ06 WPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 48,486 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perrished

Pass 6 Dec 2014 43,590 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 39,559 miles

advise nsr tyre perished

Pass 6 Dec 2012 35,811 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 35,811 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 31,305 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 24 Mar 2011 24,838 miles

both front tyres are cracking and perishing

both front tyres are wearing on the inner and outer edges

both rear tyres are cracking and perishing

Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,443 miles

nearside front tyre is cracking and perishing

nearside rear tyre is cracking and perishing

Pass 24 Apr 2009 14,264 miles

Nearside front wiper is smearing slightly.

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 WPK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WPK, 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 WPK registered?

GJ06 WPK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 April 2006.

Is GJ06 WPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ06 WPK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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