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HG06 XNZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

109,914 mi
Last recorded109,914 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 XNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2018 109,914 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2018 109,914 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 109,907 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 27 Sep 2017 101,662 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 95,984 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

brake pad warning light on

Pass 28 Sep 2015 85,983 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 85,983 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 77,273 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 70,245 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)

front power steering pipe corroded

nearside mirror loose

rear exhaust corroded and weak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 64,495 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 56,891 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 46,690 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 35,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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HG06 XNZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HG06 XNZ, 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 HG06 XNZ registered?

HG06 XNZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 June 2006.

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