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GV56 ZVX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

77,462 mi
Last recorded77,462 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 ZVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 77,462 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 70,063 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 70,056 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2023 68,490 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 67,220 miles

play detected at nearside inner steering rack joint

Pass 22 Oct 2021 64,914 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 64,464 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 63,556 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 62,307 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Oct 2017 58,703 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55x16 W (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 52,836 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

offside rear tyre has small cut in tread nearing limit on depth

wiper blades starting to smear slightly

Pass 14 Oct 2015 49,433 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 44,851 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 39,952 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 35,023 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 28,138 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 20,792 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 15,764 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 15,760 miles

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

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

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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GV56 ZVX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GV56 ZVX, 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 GV56 ZVX registered?

GV56 ZVX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is GV56 ZVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV56 ZVX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV56 ZVX have outstanding finance?

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