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HJ56 HDX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

104,128 mi
Last recorded104,128 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ56 HDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 104,128 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 95,201 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Sep 2024 95,013 miles

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Knuckle (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 82,428 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Sep 2022 79,974 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2022 79,965 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 78,559 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 77,078 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 76,999 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 76,999 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 75,618 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Aug 2019 75,613 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure splitting around tyre shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 73,645 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 70,413 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 66,721 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 62,886 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 56,378 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 51,995 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 46,820 miles

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

Sidewalls perished on both rear tyres.

Fail 16 Aug 2011 42,359 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 42,359 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 36,723 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 30,996 miles

front brake pads getting low will require new disc when pads are changed

Pass 19 Jun 2009 29,751 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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HJ56 HDX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 HJ56 HDX, 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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HJ56 HDX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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