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GP56 LLT

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,519 mi
Last recorded59,519 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 LLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 59,519 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 54,047 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 49,051 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Oct 2016 45,159 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 45,159 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2015 40,648 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 40,634 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 35,086 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 29,917 miles

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

exhaust catalist heat sheild bolt heads corroded.

exhaust system slightly corroded.

oil filler cap missing.

Pass 21 Dec 2012 25,220 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 21,450 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 21,450 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2010 18,242 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 15,262 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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GP56 LLT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GP56 LLT, 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 LLT registered?

GP56 LLT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is GP56 LLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 LLT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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