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KX06 RCT

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

184,715 mi
Last recorded184,715 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX06 RCT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 184,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking/spliting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section holed weak/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section holed weak/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking /spliting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 184,715 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking/spliting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section holed weak/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill section holed weak/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged cracking /spliting (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning side light not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 174,666 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 164,114 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 157,102 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 156,953 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2021 146,826 miles

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 140,563 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 132,244 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 117,200 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2018 117,159 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 100,831 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2 ()

Pass 26 Oct 2016 85,126 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 67,040 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 52,893 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 52,374 miles

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

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 21 Dec 2012 48,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 41,601 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 41,597 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 37,501 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 33,342 miles

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

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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KX06 RCT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KX06 RCT, 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 KX06 RCT registered?

KX06 RCT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 August 2006.

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