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KN56 LZU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,015 mi
Last recorded63,015 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN56 LZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 63,015 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 59,718 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 56,368 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 52,789 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 52,735 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 46,015 miles

centre light on boot inop

Fail 10 Sep 2012 35,641 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 35,641 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 28,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 19,343 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)

emmision required attention

Pass 26 Oct 2009 14,957 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KN56 LZU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KN56 LZU, 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 KN56 LZU?

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What year was KN56 LZU registered?

KN56 LZU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is KN56 LZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN56 LZU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KN56 LZU have outstanding finance?

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