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LC56 CVO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

33,873 mi
Last recorded33,873 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 CVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 33,873 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 30,167 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 28,880 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL AROUND (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 27,176 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 27,176 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2022 26,043 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 24,738 miles

high level brake light not working.

Pass 7 Aug 2020 24,008 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 22,675 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 22,675 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 20,429 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 18,002 miles

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 8 Jul 2016 15,898 miles

ALL 4 TYRES PERISHED / CRACKED

Pass 2 Jul 2015 13,837 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 10,906 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 7,411 miles

slight perishing in all four tyres

Pass 10 Jul 2012 4,387 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 1,535 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 1,411 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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LC56 CVO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black 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 LC56 CVO, 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 LC56 CVO registered?

LC56 CVO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 October 2006.

Is LC56 CVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 CVO 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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