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LP06 BUG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

54,962 mi
Last recorded54,962 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP06 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 54,962 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 53,633 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 52,649 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 51,704 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 49,253 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 46,626 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 44,316 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 40,903 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 37,385 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 33,237 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 29,736 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 25,950 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 23,859 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,991 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 20,038 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 31 May 2011 18,287 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 28 May 2010 14,528 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2010 14,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 11,519 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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LP06 BUG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LP06 BUG, 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 LP06 BUG registered?

LP06 BUG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is LP06 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP06 BUG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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