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GP56 LFM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

70,861 mi
Last recorded70,861 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 LFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 70,861 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil Leak

Fail 27 Sep 2018 70,861 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil Leak

Pass 20 Sep 2017 69,136 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Sep 2017 69,136 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ON INNER EDGE (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Oil level low

Pass 12 Feb 2016 58,341 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2016 58,329 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2014 52,494 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 47,757 miles

rear brake pads worn close to limit.

Pass 17 Dec 2012 38,269 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 27,676 miles

Front brake disk and pads worn low.

Pass 17 Dec 2010 20,576 miles

service spanner symbol flashing

Pass 30 Nov 2009 13,341 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 13,341 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GP56 LFM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 GP56 LFM, 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 GP56 LFM registered?

GP56 LFM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is GP56 LFM safe to buy?

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