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LD56 XXN

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

219,668 mi
Last recorded219,668 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 XXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 219,668 miles

Rear exhaust silencer corroding

Pass 20 Dec 2022 217,492 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 214,809 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 213,298 miles

Both rear outer sill ends corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 211,043 miles

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

REAR BOX IN POOR CONDITION

SLIGHT PLAY BOTH ENDS OF RACK

Pass 7 Jan 2019 207,359 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust back box deteriorated

Fail 5 Jan 2019 207,359 miles

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both rear inner sills corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust back box deteriorated

Pass 5 Sep 2017 183,263 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Sep 2016 169,539 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

rear exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2015 157,885 miles

front brake pads worn low

slight play in both inner steering rack joints

Pass 26 Sep 2014 143,552 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 130,233 miles

play in o/s of steering rack .......

rear exhaust silencer corroding .........

wipers smear .......

Pass 25 Sep 2012 112,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2011 92,572 miles

both front tyre worn

exhaust tail box poor condition

play in both steering rack inner joints

Pass 1 Oct 2010 71,230 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 49,854 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 XXN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XXN, 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 LD56 XXN registered?

LD56 XXN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 October 2006.

Is LD56 XXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 XXN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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