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LB56 CHF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,718 mi
Last recorded76,718 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 CHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 76,718 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 76,208 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 75,572 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 75,572 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2022 74,170 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 73,041 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 69,581 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 69,581 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 64,483 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 59,057 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 54,181 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 48,678 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 43,057 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 38,639 miles

off side rear tyre in poor condition

Pass 15 Oct 2012 33,786 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 30,267 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 24,658 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)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 19,043 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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LB56 CHF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LB56 CHF, 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 LB56 CHF registered?

LB56 CHF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is LB56 CHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB56 CHF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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