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LT56 TWJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

109,746 mi
Last recorded109,746 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 TWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 109,746 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 101,052 miles

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 97,919 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Offside and nearside getting weak movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside rear tyre starting to wear towards inner edge and cracking wearing uneven on tread inner edge

Offside and nearside rear outer sill's rusted through not within pescribed area

Offside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge and cracking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower wishbones rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front outer's (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 95,193 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 95,193 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 90,643 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 88,383 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Slight movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbones rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 85,881 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 84,279 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 79,545 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Feb 2017 74,758 miles

Offside wing repeater in wing mirror broken.

Pass 13 Jan 2016 69,527 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 69,527 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 62,719 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 54,895 miles

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

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

both rear tyres are cracked and perished.

Pass 25 Aug 2012 47,606 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres perished

brake pedal travel long

centre and rear exhaust mounts corroded

child seat base fitted nearside rear

Fail 8 Sep 2011 43,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 43,070 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 33,774 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,572 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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LT56 TWJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 TWJ, 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 TWJ registered?

LT56 TWJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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