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LF06 FXU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

66,376 mi
Last recorded66,376 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 FXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 66,376 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 31 Oct 2025 66,376 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 63,971 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2023 61,547 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 58,226 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES REAR BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 56,356 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 55,093 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 52,134 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2019 52,123 miles

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 49,076 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 49,076 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 42,554 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 35,441 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 30,930 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 29,192 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 29,192 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,108 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 26,064 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 23,712 miles

Airbag warning lamp illuminated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Apr 2011 20,046 miles

BOTH front tyres slightly damage and perishing

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 20,046 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

BOTH front tyres slightly damage and perishing

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 16,688 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 12,586 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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LF06 FXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 LF06 FXU, 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 LF06 FXU registered?

LF06 FXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 March 2006.

Is LF06 FXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 FXU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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