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HN56 WCZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

113,373 mi
Last recorded113,373 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN56 WCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 113,373 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Feb 2020 113,373 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 99,478 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 86,233 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 80,549 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 72,648 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 66,778 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 58,369 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Nov 2012 52,264 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 44,501 miles

Centre Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 35,743 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 27,024 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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HN56 WCZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HN56 WCZ, 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 HN56 WCZ registered?

HN56 WCZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is HN56 WCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN56 WCZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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