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MJ06 KLU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,656 mi
Last recorded95,656 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 KLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Jun 2021 95,656 miles

Emissions not tested Excessive blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm also worn on outer edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm also worn on outer edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 91,069 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 81,169 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 75,132 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 75,127 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 70,186 miles

Both rear tyres 1.6mm only/worn inner edge/cracking/ replacement asap recommended

Pass 5 Sep 2015 64,832 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 64,832 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 58,754 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 53,344 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 49,389 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 43,238 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 40,443 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 32,520 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 32,503 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

front number plate cracked

Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,902 miles

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

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

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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MJ06 KLU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MJ06 KLU, 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 MJ06 KLU registered?

MJ06 KLU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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