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KW55 CBU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

76,106 mi
Last recorded76,106 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 CBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 76,106 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 76,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 May 2025 73,475 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 71,622 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of sill n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 71,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

middle exhaust clamp/sleeve

Pass 18 Apr 2016 68,538 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 68,538 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 61,436 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 55,756 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 55,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

drivers seat tilt lever inop but seat is secure in upright position

Pass 10 Apr 2013 50,731 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight side wall craking on bouth rear tyres

Pass 18 Apr 2012 46,500 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 46,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 38,986 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 34,163 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 25,975 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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KW55 CBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,781cc 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 KW55 CBU, 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 KW55 CBU registered?

KW55 CBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 February 2006.

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