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KV06 DPN

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,954 mi
Last recorded18,954 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV06 DPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 18,954 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Feb 2026 18,952 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 18,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 17,838 miles

Front discs rusty

Pass 2 Nov 2017 17,823 miles

offside front wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 26 Oct 2016 17,764 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 17,732 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 16,008 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 15,801 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 15,399 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 14,679 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 13,391 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 8,593 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 8,593 miles

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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 DPN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DPN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV06 DPN registered?

KV06 DPN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 April 2006.

Is KV06 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV06 DPN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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