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LD56 SNV

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,145 mi
Last recorded31,145 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 SNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 31,145 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 18 Dec 2025 31,145 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 29,896 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2024 29,896 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 28,023 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 27,918 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 25,555 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall cut cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 22 Apr 2021 25,555 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall cut cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 22,394 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 19,968 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 19,968 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 19,485 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 18,640 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 17,986 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 17,982 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyrewall perrished

Pass 2 Sep 2014 16,963 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 16,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

cracks in offside front tyre wall

Pass 27 Aug 2013 15,749 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 14,388 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 14,385 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 12,764 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 10,750 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 10,747 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 8,469 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 SNV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 LD56 SNV, 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 LD56 SNV registered?

LD56 SNV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is LD56 SNV safe to buy?

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