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MA56 XSD

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

123,198 mi
Last recorded123,198 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA56 XSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 123,198 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 123,198 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 119,530 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 117,892 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2024 117,890 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 114,600 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 110,232 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2021 107,002 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 106,194 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 101,403 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 97,683 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 94,063 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 88,430 miles

sills covered not allowing full inspection

Pass 2 Oct 2014 75,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 66,259 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2012 57,141 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 46,551 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 37,137 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 28,336 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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MA56 XSD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MA56 XSD, 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 MA56 XSD registered?

MA56 XSD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is MA56 XSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA56 XSD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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