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KV06 DFJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,627 mi
Last recorded97,627 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV06 DFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 97,627 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 91,002 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 81,428 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 76,928 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 73,774 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 68,489 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 62,853 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 57,662 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 51,866 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 46,085 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 40,575 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 36,041 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 36,041 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 31,041 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 26,755 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 22,491 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 22,491 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 16,391 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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KV06 DFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KV06 DFJ, 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 KV06 DFJ registered?

KV06 DFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is KV06 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV06 DFJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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