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MK06 CZU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

43,683 mi
Last recorded43,683 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK06 CZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 43,683 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 41,462 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 38,485 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 37,329 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2022 36,147 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2022 36,147 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 34,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin .....and o/s/front.... (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 33,593 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 31,663 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 27,944 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 25,318 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 23,155 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 21,685 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 19,968 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 18,263 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 15,336 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 12,006 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 9,695 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 8,143 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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MK06 CZU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MK06 CZU, 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 MK06 CZU registered?

MK06 CZU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is MK06 CZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK06 CZU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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