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LT56 LXL

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,225 mi
Last recorded104,225 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 LXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 104,225 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges and near (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 99,036 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2020 99,036 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 95,662 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 89,730 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 89,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 81,972 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edges of tread

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Sep 2016 73,364 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 65,017 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 55,609 miles

Nearside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 51,567 miles

Offside and nearside rear tyres starting to deteriorate

Pass 13 Aug 2012 46,942 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 41,439 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 34,697 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 28,455 miles

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

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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LT56 LXL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LT56 LXL, 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 LT56 LXL registered?

LT56 LXL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is LT56 LXL safe to buy?

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