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LA55 XNL

2006 Volkswagen Kombi

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,437 mi
Last recorded57,437 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Kombi57,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 XNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 57,437 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2026 57,437 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 57,053 miles

Front slight play in radius arms

Pass 18 Oct 2024 57,021 miles

All four tyres cracking

Front Slight play in both radius arms

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 57,020 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative Only half working (4.4.1 (e))

All four tyres cracking

Front Slight play in both radius arms

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 56,289 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022
Pass 12 May 2020 56,254 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 56,219 miles

Exhaust leak

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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LA55 XNL is a 2006 Volkswagen Kombi in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 57,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA55 XNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA55 XNL registered?

LA55 XNL is a 2006 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is LA55 XNL safe to buy?

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