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KD55 BUJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,508 mi
Last recorded46,508 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD55 BUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 46,508 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Jun 2019 46,508 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 44,864 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nsr osr (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 44,632 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 35,472 miles

offside front brake pad wearing low

offside front tyre wearing low inner edge

Pass 20 Jun 2015 24,449 miles

nearside front tyre oouter side wall poor condition

Fail 15 Jun 2015 24,263 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

N/S & O/S/F tyres outer side wall perished and cracked inbetween tread

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2014 14,361 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 9,208 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 2,468 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 2,271 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 2,003 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 2,003 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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KD55 BUJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc 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 KD55 BUJ, 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

How do I check the history of KD55 BUJ?

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What year was KD55 BUJ registered?

KD55 BUJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 January 2006.

Is KD55 BUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD55 BUJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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