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LX56 GZZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

148,402 mi
Last recorded148,402 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 GZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 148,402 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 148,402 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 135,033 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 121,363 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 17 Oct 2016 121,363 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 108,167 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

coolant leak

Fail 13 Oct 2015 108,167 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

coolant leak

Pass 10 Oct 2014 95,163 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

under tray has antifreeze stain o/s indicating coolant leak past or present

Pass 14 Oct 2013 80,032 miles

back box outer skin corroded

rear beam axle has corrosion at welded points

Pass 13 Oct 2012 69,370 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 69,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 57,425 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 45,663 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 34,584 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 34,573 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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LX56 GZZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LX56 GZZ, 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 LX56 GZZ registered?

LX56 GZZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 14 October 2006.

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