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LM06 ODN

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

79,199 mi
Last recorded79,199 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM06 ODN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 79,199 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 78,808 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 77,898 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 77,898 miles

Offside 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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 76,528 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 75,545 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 75,206 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 71,243 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 67,480 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 65,352 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Feb 2017 63,109 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Fail 24 Feb 2017 63,109 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted.

Pass 22 Feb 2016 58,389 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 52,842 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 17 Feb 2015 52,842 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 26 Feb 2014 47,344 miles

High level brake light not working.

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 42,104 miles

High level brake light not working.

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 35,889 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 30,160 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 24,197 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 24,197 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 17,035 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 17,035 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 ODN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 ODN, 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 LM06 ODN registered?

LM06 ODN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is LM06 ODN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM06 ODN shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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