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GL55 TTX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

143,433 mi
Last recorded143,433 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 TTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 143,433 miles

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

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

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

Offside front upper suspension strut mounting slight uplift.

Fail 17 Sep 2019 143,433 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside front upper suspension strut mounting slight uplift.

Pass 20 Sep 2018 143,119 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 143,119 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 141,828 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 8 Sep 2017 141,828 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 140,473 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 139,258 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 139,258 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 132,133 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2014 132,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 117,233 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 97,306 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 73,317 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine bay covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

nearside rear tyre losing pressure

undertrims fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 16 Jun 2011 73,317 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

engine bay covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

nearside rear tyre losing pressure

undertrims fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 13 Apr 2010 45,300 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)

n/s/r seatbelt not checked due to childs seat fitted

n/s/r tyre cracking and starting to wear low

Fail 12 Apr 2010 45,300 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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)

n/s/r seatbelt not checked due to childs seat fitted

n/s/r tyre cracking and starting to wear low

Pass 26 Feb 2009 29,624 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GL55 TTX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL55 TTX, 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 GL55 TTX registered?

GL55 TTX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 January 2006.

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