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LD06 FLK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

158,665 mi
Last recorded158,665 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD06 FLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 158,665 miles

emissions not detected

engine oil leaks

rear exhaust silncer corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2022 148,296 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 8 Mar 2021 136,574 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on edge

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 8 Mar 2021 136,574 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre starting to wear on edge

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 23 Mar 2020 127,883 miles

ENGINE /CLUTCH FLYWHEEL NOISEY

ENGINE OIL LEAKS

N/S O/S FRONT SHOCKABSORBERS GETTING WEAK

O/S CENTER UNDERFLOOR FUEL PIPES CONECTIONS PLASTIC SLIGHTLY WHEAPING

O/S FRONT TYRE GETTING LOW AND UNEVEN WEAR

REAR EXHAUST SILNCER CORRODED

Pass 19 Mar 2019 115,380 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear silencer rusty

slight travel in foot brake operation

Pass 11 Apr 2018 97,857 miles

offside and nearside front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 May 2017 91,850 miles

Nearside Front indicator lens missing

Pass 26 May 2016 84,548 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 83,195 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 79,276 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 72,228 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

front brake disc(s) worn/corroded

Fail 22 Jan 2014 72,227 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

front brake disc(s) worn/corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2013 63,496 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 56,355 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 51,168 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 41,839 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 11 Jul 2009 32,831 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2009 32,831 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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LD06 FLK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LD06 FLK, 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 LD06 FLK registered?

LD06 FLK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 March 2006.

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