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GJ56 VUV

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,672 mi
Last recorded57,672 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 VUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 57,672 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 50,690 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 45,468 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 45,449 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2017 45,428 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 43,309 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

vehicle undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Oct 2014 40,676 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 38,134 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2012 35,439 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 31,440 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Oct 2010 27,414 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 22,295 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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GJ56 VUV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GJ56 VUV, 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 GJ56 VUV registered?

GJ56 VUV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 October 2006.

Is GJ56 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ56 VUV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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