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GK06 ORA

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,340 mi
Last recorded67,340 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK06 ORA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 67,340 miles

Nearside panel damage

Pass 23 Mar 2018 66,998 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both sides- strut tops (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread very close (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 55,395 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both sides- strut tops (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 49,035 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 45,563 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 45,563 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 38,863 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 34,045 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 28,505 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

Tracking possibly out

rear tyres old and cracking

Fail 4 Mar 2011 22,682 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 22,682 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Mar 2010 17,814 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 12,998 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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GK06 ORA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GK06 ORA, 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.

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What year was GK06 ORA registered?

GK06 ORA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is GK06 ORA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK06 ORA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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