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MD06 OFY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,318 mi
Last recorded122,318 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD06 OFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 122,318 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 116,011 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 111,208 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2020 111,207 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 105,692 miles

some grey smoke detected but passed it emmisions test

Pass 30 Jul 2018 98,420 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 98,362 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 91,253 miles

rear pads low and osr brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Jul 2016 83,370 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 74,922 miles

wear front tyres

Pass 29 Jul 2014 66,927 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 58,721 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 50,655 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 42,213 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 32,747 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 23,491 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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MD06 OFY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MD06 OFY, 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 MD06 OFY registered?

MD06 OFY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is MD06 OFY safe to buy?

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