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LS56 KVY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,546 mi
Last recorded104,546 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 KVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 104,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2024 104,546 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside parking brake effort low

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 40% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 97,621 miles

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

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

Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill ends. NS&OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 90,806 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 83,229 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2021 83,162 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 79,936 miles

Drivers' check strap faulty.

Front registration plate slightly damaged.

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

Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS&OS Sill end. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2020 79,933 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drivers' check strap faulty.

Front registration plate slightly damaged.

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

Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS&OS Sill end. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 71,727 miles

Light scoring on windscreen.

Drivers door check strap broken.

Engine oil level low.

Pass 6 Apr 2018 62,566 miles

NSR tyre devoid of tread on inner edge.

Fail 6 Apr 2018 62,566 miles

NSR tyre devoid of tread on inner edge.

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 55,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Devoid of tread on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 45,951 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 34,055 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 30,140 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 30,140 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 26,328 miles

both rear tyres aged and seperating on outer side wall

Pass 19 Mar 2012 23,526 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 21,291 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 17,028 miles

Child seat fitted N/S/R report only

N/S/F washer jet slightly bad spray

Service light on

Fail 18 Nov 2009 17,028 miles

Child seat fitted N/S/R report only

N/S/F washer jet slightly bad spray

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

Service light on

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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LS56 KVY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LS56 KVY, 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 LS56 KVY registered?

LS56 KVY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 November 2006.

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