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KXZ 4896

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,238 mi
Last recorded156,238 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKXZ 4896
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2026 156,238 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 156,133 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2024 146,831 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 143,713 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 136,641 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 127,631 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 121,219 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

back box outer skin corroded

signs of rear brake pads low

Pass 15 Jan 2019 115,250 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 114,768 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 102,977 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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KXZ 4896 is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KXZ 4896, 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 KXZ 4896 registered?

KXZ 4896 is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 March 2006.

Is KXZ 4896 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KXZ 4896 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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