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GK56 OPS

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,926 mi
Last recorded75,926 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 OPS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 75,926 miles

ALL BRAKE DISCS POOR CONDITION

BOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TO CRACK IN TREADS

CORROSION STARTING TO NEARSIDE OUTER SILL AND VARIOUS OTHER AREAS

Fail 20 May 2026 75,911 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ALL BRAKE DISCS POOR CONDITION

BOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TO CRACK IN TREADS

CORROSION STARTING TO NEARSIDE OUTER SILL AND VARIOUS OTHER AREAS

PLAY TO OFFSIDE INNER STEERING JOINTS ADVISE REPAIR

Pass 20 Jun 2025 71,844 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 May 2024 69,084 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 69,084 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2023 64,323 miles

Offside Front Outer steering rack gaiter clip missing but preventing the ingress of dirt

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

Pass 18 May 2022 58,145 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 May 2022 58,145 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 May 2021 57,000 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 May 2021 57,000 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 May 2020 55,403 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 54,466 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 51,020 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 51,000 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 46,905 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 43,724 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 39,957 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)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 36,631 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 36,631 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 32,346 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 28,416 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 24,466 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 19,103 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 12,213 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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GK56 OPS is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black 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 GK56 OPS, 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 GK56 OPS registered?

GK56 OPS is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is GK56 OPS safe to buy?

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