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LA55 CFK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

86,467 mi
Last recorded86,467 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 CFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 86,467 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 81,265 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 76,215 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 71,327 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 66,542 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 63,782 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 59,882 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on legal limit and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 56,217 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 53,411 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 50,245 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 47,217 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 45,423 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2014 45,423 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 40,467 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 34,235 miles

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)

osf tyre worn lower on the inner edge, almost slick

unable to see rear inner brake pads

nsf tyre slick and almost to cord on the inner edge

Pass 15 Sep 2011 24,989 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 16,740 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 12,348 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 12,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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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LA55 CFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LA55 CFK, 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 LA55 CFK registered?

LA55 CFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 February 2006.

Is LA55 CFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 CFK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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