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GW55 EXV

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,045 mi
Last recorded86,045 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 EXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2022 86,045 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 81,567 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 75,503 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 75,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

both outer cv boots very poor condition

Pass 23 Feb 2019 72,163 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 69,542 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine light illuminated

Pass 27 Jan 2017 67,046 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2016 64,574 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 60,084 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 60,084 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 58,879 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 56,189 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 56,186 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 53,770 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 47,438 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 39,935 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 35,668 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 30,232 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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GW55 EXV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GW55 EXV, 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 GW55 EXV registered?

GW55 EXV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 January 2006.

Is GW55 EXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW55 EXV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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