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MJ56 OEC

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

107,415 mi
Last recorded107,415 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 OEC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 107,415 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 99,648 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 95,160 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 95,160 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2021 90,823 miles

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

centre brake light not working

Pass 14 Sep 2020 86,849 miles

Central brake lamp not working

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

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

Offside door check strap broken

Fail 10 Sep 2020 86,849 miles

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

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

Central brake lamp not working

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

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

Offside door check strap broken

Pass 30 Aug 2019 81,360 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 81,360 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2019 80,429 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 78,271 miles

Central Rear stop lamp disconnected

Nearside Front non-obligatory mirror in a condition so that you can not see to the rear of the vehicle.

Pass 3 Dec 2016 75,777 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 72,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205-55/16 (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)

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 29 Nov 2014 69,301 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 66,354 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 65,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 10 Jul 2013 65,778 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Jan 2012 58,598 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2012 58,318 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 44,144 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 43,501 miles

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

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

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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MJ56 OEC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MJ56 OEC, 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 MJ56 OEC registered?

MJ56 OEC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is MJ56 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ56 OEC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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