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LD56 FBX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,725 mi
Last recorded42,725 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 FBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 42,725 miles

centre exhaust mount broken but still supported

Pass 17 Feb 2025 38,573 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 35,728 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 31,028 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 25,931 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 23,445 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 22,071 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 14,431 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 11,695 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 10,551 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 9,432 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 9,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres starting to perish, slight cracking to outer walls

Pass 18 Sep 2014 9,079 miles

offside front tyre slightly cracking on side wall

Pass 3 Sep 2013 8,417 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 8,417 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 7,502 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 6,971 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 5,749 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 4,359 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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LD56 FBX 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 LD56 FBX, 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

How do I check the history of LD56 FBX?

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What year was LD56 FBX registered?

LD56 FBX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LD56 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 FBX 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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