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LV06 ZFJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

68,901 mi
Last recorded68,901 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV06 ZFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 68,901 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 67,300 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 67,300 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 65,352 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 65,352 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 63,830 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 54,442 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split around driveshaft (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 47,443 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 45,280 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 42,560 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 39,263 miles

age cracks o/s/r tyre

nail o/s/r tyre

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 14 May 2016 35,895 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 33,079 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 30,170 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 26,146 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 21,043 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 17,174 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 14,398 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 14,398 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2009 11,906 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 11,906 miles

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

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

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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LV06 ZFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LV06 ZFJ, 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 LV06 ZFJ registered?

LV06 ZFJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 May 2006.

Is LV06 ZFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV06 ZFJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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