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MD55 XYF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,103 mi
Last recorded94,103 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 XYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 94,103 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 94,103 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 88,546 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 88,546 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2017 83,060 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 77,565 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 77,565 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 72,056 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 68,603 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 63,290 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 57,826 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 52,558 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 46,573 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 35,474 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 35,413 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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MD55 XYF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,398cc petrol 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 MD55 XYF, 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 MD55 XYF registered?

MD55 XYF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is MD55 XYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD55 XYF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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