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HG56 VTO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

80,142 mi
Last recorded80,142 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 VTO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2023 80,142 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shalt output seal, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 80,141 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 Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shalt output seal, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 74,242 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod Slight Play ()

O/S/F Brake Disc Backing Plate Corroded

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Steering/Suspension Components Slightly Noisy, Requires Further Inspection

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod has Excessive Play ()

Fail 23 Aug 2022 74,242 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Covers + Shields Fitted

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod Slight Play ()

O/S/F Brake Disc Backing Plate Corroded

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Steering/Suspension Components Slightly Noisy, Requires Further Inspection

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod has Excessive Play ()

Pass 24 Aug 2021 66,209 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Covers & Shields Fitted (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Aug 2021 66,209 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Both Sides Heavily Corroded, Marked With Yellow Chalk (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Covers & Shields Fitted (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rod End has Play ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides Heavily Worn on Outer Edge - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 65,346 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 61,953 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 59,840 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 56,999 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edge of tread plus near wear indicators

front pads getting low

Pass 12 Nov 2016 51,199 miles

Nearside windscreen washer jet partly blocked

Pass 24 Nov 2015 45,289 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 38,664 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 33,291 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)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 26,508 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 22,173 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 17 Nov 2011 22,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 24 Nov 2010 17,662 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)

all four tyres starting to perrish

off side wiper blade split

Pass 30 Nov 2009 13,311 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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HG56 VTO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 HG56 VTO, 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 HG56 VTO registered?

HG56 VTO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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The MOT history for HG56 VTO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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