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MA06 SLZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,433 mi
Last recorded98,433 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA06 SLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 98,433 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 85,760 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 82,703 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 77,740 miles

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Fail 12 Jul 2017 77,740 miles

Engine covers/Under-trays fitted

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 75,082 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 67,126 miles

centre exhaust bracket broken but system is still secure

n/s/f tyre on limit/worn inner edge

o/s/f tyre on limit / worn inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2014 56,271 miles

advise centre exhaust mounting seperated but still supporting system

advise n/s front wiper refitted prior to test

Pass 26 Oct 2012 41,249 miles

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

offside rear tyre on 3mm and has slight kerb damage

Pass 25 Oct 2011 35,133 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 25,309 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 25,309 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 15,725 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 13,258 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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MA06 SLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MA06 SLZ, 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 MA06 SLZ registered?

MA06 SLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is MA06 SLZ safe to buy?

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