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GL56 HEU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

66,657 mi
Last recorded66,657 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 HEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 66,657 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 63,404 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 60,319 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 58,647 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2020 58,647 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 55,910 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 51,557 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 48,785 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 46,125 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 41,603 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 41,600 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 37,955 miles

front brake pad worn near to warning wire

nearside front tyre outer sidewall small cut

Pass 8 Dec 2012 32,850 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 32,850 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 27,250 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 21,210 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 16,100 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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GL56 HEU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GL56 HEU, 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

How do I check the history of GL56 HEU?

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What year was GL56 HEU registered?

GL56 HEU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is GL56 HEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL56 HEU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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