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GJ56 XJX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

84,312 mi
Last recorded84,312 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 XJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 84,312 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 84,310 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill - Both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 81,403 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 79,638 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 76,573 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 73,293 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 67,904 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 63,515 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 56,337 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 56,337 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 51,669 miles

screen cracked

Pass 6 Jan 2017 45,429 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 42,247 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 35,750 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 33,496 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 3 Dec 2012 32,349 miles

ADVISE PLAY IN BOTH TOP MOUNTS

Pass 7 Dec 2011 28,224 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 23,250 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 17,079 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 XJX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GJ56 XJX, 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 XJX registered?

GJ56 XJX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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The MOT history for GJ56 XJX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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