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LV56 EFA

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

114,717 mi
Last recorded114,717 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 EFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 114,717 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 108,815 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2024 108,812 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 104,080 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 99,156 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 90,512 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 90,482 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 81,060 miles

Engine cover fitted

Oil leak engine area

Under trays fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2019 73,236 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 67,677 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 63,441 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished on outer sidewall

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside rear tyre perished on outer sidewall

Pass 26 Aug 2016 58,026 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Aug 2015 52,955 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 47,341 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 47,341 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 41,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 40,327 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 37,509 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 32,766 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)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 22,766 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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LV56 EFA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel 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 LV56 EFA, 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 LV56 EFA registered?

LV56 EFA is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 November 2006.

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