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MF06 EUZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

96,798 mi
Last recorded96,798 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF06 EUZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 96,798 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Off side front sill corroded / holed, but not within 30cm of a prescribed area

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 96,767 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Off side front sill corroded / holed, but not within 30cm of a prescribed area

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 94,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front sill corroded

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 94,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front sill corroded

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 92,533 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both cloudy / scratched (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 89,083 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 86,436 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 84,110 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 82,125 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 79,362 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 79,362 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 76,076 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 72,571 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 63,955 miles

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 24 Sep 2014 65,293 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 60,672 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 55,289 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

centre brake light not working

Pass 1 Sep 2011 45,100 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 38,948 miles

N/S/R tyre wearing unevenly,getting low & has two nails in it

front bumper insecure

Fail 8 Sep 2010 38,948 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

N/S/R tyre wearing unevenly,getting low & has two nails in it

front bumper insecure

Pass 22 Sep 2009 21,683 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 20,877 miles

n/s/r tyre has several small cuts in it

o/s/r tyre has several small cuts in it

Fail 17 Mar 2009 20,877 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r tyre has several small cuts in it

o/s/r tyre has several small cuts in it

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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MF06 EUZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 MF06 EUZ, 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 MF06 EUZ registered?

MF06 EUZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is MF06 EUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF06 EUZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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