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KP06 YLB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

70,269 mi
Last recorded70,269 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP06 YLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 70,269 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2022 70,269 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 68,079 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 65,828 miles

Small hole in lower ball joint rubber boot. OSF .

Pass 18 Oct 2017 55,304 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 55,304 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 52,308 miles

Front wiper blades slightly split

Nearside Rear tyre has slight cracking

Offside Rear tyre has slight cracking

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

centre exhaust bracket worn/insecure

Pass 19 Mar 2016 45,376 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

both front tyres worn low in tread

Pass 24 Mar 2015 39,757 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 27 Mar 2014 32,714 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 31,108 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 26,385 miles

All tyre walls starting to crack

Pass 26 Jan 2011 21,087 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 21,087 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 16,133 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 14,873 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 YLB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YLB, 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 YLB registered?

KP06 YLB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 2006.

Is KP06 YLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP06 YLB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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