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LN06 XDB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

49,552 mi
Last recorded49,552 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN06 XDB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 49,552 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. 225/40/18/92W/XL (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 49,549 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. 225/40/18/92W/XL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 36,967 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 29,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 10 May 2013 29,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 May 2012 24,179 miles

drivers seat belt stalk cover missing

offside and nearside rear brake discs corroded

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

Pass 9 May 2011 18,850 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 18,838 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 11,987 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 9,307 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 9,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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LN06 XDB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LN06 XDB, 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 LN06 XDB registered?

LN06 XDB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is LN06 XDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN06 XDB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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