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LM55 RXG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

72,862 mi
Last recorded72,862 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 RXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 72,862 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 59,314 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 59,314 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 56,406 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 46,513 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyre stress cracks to side wall and close to limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2015 46,513 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working not showiing properly (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyre stress cracks to side wall and close to limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 30 Sep 2015 46,423 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 43,585 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 39,425 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2012 31,825 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 31,825 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 28,744 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 22,909 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 22,909 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 20,058 miles

both front tyres perishing

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 18 Dec 2008 16,614 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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LM55 RXG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LM55 RXG, 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 LM55 RXG registered?

LM55 RXG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is LM55 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 RXG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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