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KR06 YLB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

144,105 mi
Last recorded144,105 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR06 YLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 144,105 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 141,560 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 141,519 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 135,546 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 135,544 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2023 130,679 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2023 130,677 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 124,768 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 121,361 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 120,127 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 113,701 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 109,978 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 107,975 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both rear. (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both. (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 103,471 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 103,471 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 103,468 miles

coil spring broken Both rear. (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 95,799 miles

Front no. plate has slight damage.

O/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 3 Jul 2014 81,391 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 81,388 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front discs in poor condition.

Pass 24 Jul 2013 70,791 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 59,691 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)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 46,993 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 30,157 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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KR06 YLB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 KR06 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 KR06 YLB registered?

KR06 YLB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 June 2006.

Is KR06 YLB safe to buy?

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