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LM06 GZS

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,721 mi
Last recorded77,721 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM06 GZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 77,721 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 73,671 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 68,958 miles

Nearside 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 20 Dec 2021 68,823 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 65,386 miles

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

Front Windscreen has slight chip

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 61,311 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 55,278 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 51,504 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2017 51,504 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Central Stop lamp not working

Pass 6 Aug 2016 64,605 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 40,606 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 36,978 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jul 2013 31,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2012 28,742 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 25,694 miles

Rear tyres slightly deteriorated on outer walls

Pass 7 Jul 2010 23,206 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 23,206 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 20,800 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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LM06 GZS is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LM06 GZS, 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 LM06 GZS registered?

LM06 GZS is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 7 July 2006.

Is LM06 GZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM06 GZS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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