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LJ06 XBU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

89,112 mi
Last recorded89,112 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ06 XBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 89,112 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 83,403 miles

Nearside Front Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 80,620 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 80,620 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 78,813 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 78,813 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 77,190 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 73,634 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 73,634 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 71,371 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 68,342 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 68,342 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 63,153 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 63,153 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 59,954 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 53,158 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 41,780 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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LJ06 XBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LJ06 XBU, 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 LJ06 XBU registered?

LJ06 XBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is LJ06 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ06 XBU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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