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KP06 MLY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

103,265 mi
Last recorded103,265 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP06 MLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 103,265 miles

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 97,353 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 93,310 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 88,615 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 83,689 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 78,330 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 72,795 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 66,748 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 60,993 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 52,128 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 13,220 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 48,085 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 43,543 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 37,145 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 32,863 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 28,575 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,008 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 24,008 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 19,204 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 14,574 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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KP06 MLY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KP06 MLY, 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 KP06 MLY registered?

KP06 MLY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is KP06 MLY safe to buy?

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