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KG55 MEX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,679 mi
Last recorded80,679 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG55 MEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 80,679 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 80,679 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 80,679 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 80,679 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2023 80,679 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 80,679 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 80,679 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 80,679 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 80,697 miles

nearside headlight aim on minimum

offside washer jet partially blocked

oil leak

steering box leaking

Pass 6 Mar 2018 80,679 miles

Oil leak ()

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

nearside headlamp aim on minimum

Pass 9 Mar 2017 80,679 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 80,679 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 80,679 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011
Pass 19 May 2010 47,302 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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KG55 MEX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KG55 MEX, 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

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What year was KG55 MEX registered?

KG55 MEX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 February 2006.

Is KG55 MEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG55 MEX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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