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GU56 FPA

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,229 mi
Last recorded88,229 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 FPA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 88,229 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 88,120 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also has nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 75,245 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 70,030 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 64,475 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 59,893 miles

Car would benefit from waxoyl of suspension, cleaning of brake calipers and other vunerable areas.

Pass 21 Nov 2018 59,813 miles

CAR WOULD BENEFIT FROM WAXOYL OFF WISHBONES/AXLES

RECOMMEND TREE DEBRIS CLEARED FROM SCUTTLE AREA ETC

Pass 31 Oct 2017 59,033 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 57,718 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 54,733 miles

drivers door strap bolt has worked loose.

exhaust system quite rusty, also rattles at centre section?

nearside front lower ball joint quite worn. recommend renewal.

some segments of centre stop light have blown.

Pass 1 Nov 2014 52,748 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 52,027 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 51,097 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 47,871 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 38,155 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 29,346 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 FPA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GU56 FPA, 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

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What year was GU56 FPA registered?

GU56 FPA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is GU56 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 FPA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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