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KS55 UXM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,945 mi
Last recorded98,945 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS55 UXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 98,945 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 98,934 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 97,018 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2020 97,018 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 94,298 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ADVISE CHANGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion n/s rear sill under vehicle

Fail 26 Jul 2019 94,298 miles

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))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ADVISE CHANGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion n/s rear sill under vehicle

Pass 9 Aug 2018 92,698 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 90,400 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment top mounts (2.5.A.1c)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

engine covers fitted

Pass 13 Mar 2017 86,550 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 86,549 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 85,408 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 85,408 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 82,116 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 75,120 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 75,120 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 64,123 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 64,123 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 49,072 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front brake discs worn

middle section exhaust bracket broken(still secure)

Pass 14 May 2011 37,161 miles

middle exhaust section broken(still secure)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 28,463 miles

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

slight damage to offside front brake flexible hose were previously fitted incorrectly

Pass 16 Feb 2009 22,506 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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KS55 UXM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS55 UXM, 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 KS55 UXM registered?

KS55 UXM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 January 2006.

Is KS55 UXM safe to buy?

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