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LA56 LVM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

62,753 mi
Last recorded62,753 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 LVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2022 62,753 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2021 54,714 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 52,677 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 44,545 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 44,545 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 42,101 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2018 42,101 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 39,324 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 36,036 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 36,036 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both rubber split (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 32,633 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 32,633 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 May 2014 27,428 miles

Centre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2014 27,428 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 24,135 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 24,135 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 5 May 2012 21,322 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 5 May 2012 21,322 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 17,245 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 12,480 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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LA56 LVM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LA56 LVM, 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 LA56 LVM registered?

LA56 LVM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 December 2006.

Is LA56 LVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 LVM shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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