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LS56 OYY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,811 mi
Last recorded96,811 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 OYY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 96,811 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2024 96,811 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damage obscuring letter (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 89,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 89,437 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 85,041 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 78,074 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s/f mirror glass slightly damaged

Pass 10 Dec 2020 72,513 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 68,421 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 64,681 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 61,077 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 56,300 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 51,521 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 51,419 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 48,528 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 41,326 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 34,177 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 29,915 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 23,823 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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LS56 OYY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LS56 OYY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS56 OYY registered?

LS56 OYY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is LS56 OYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS56 OYY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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