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GU56 ECE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,149 mi
Last recorded12,149 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 ECE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 12,149 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp lens slightly defective.

Fail 22 Aug 2022 12,148 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp lens slightly defective.

Pass 18 Aug 2021 11,465 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 11,109 miles

Offside Rear light unit lens cracked

Fail 24 Aug 2020 11,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear light unit lens cracked

Pass 19 Aug 2019 10,661 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 10,660 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 10,088 miles

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

Offside Rear lamp has a crack in lens

Pass 25 Aug 2017 9,689 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 8,922 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 8,922 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 8,014 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 7,409 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 7,383 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 6,203 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 6,203 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 5,412 miles

ESP worning lamp on

Pass 30 Aug 2011 4,804 miles

traction control worning lamp on

Pass 31 Aug 2010 4,146 miles

worning lamp up on dash, ESP?

Pass 18 Aug 2009 2,836 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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GU56 ECE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GU56 ECE, 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 GU56 ECE registered?

GU56 ECE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GU56 ECE safe to buy?

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