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ML56 WXF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

130,550 mi
Last recorded130,550 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 WXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 130,550 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 121,481 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 17 Dec 2018 121,476 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 108,842 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 108,842 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 96,001 miles

Nearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Offside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Dec 2015 80,767 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 71,936 miles

Both front lower arm bushes are in good condition

Catalytic converter is working perfectly

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

O/S Wiper blade split at eachend but clearing enough to meet the M.O.T. Standards

Oil level high

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 71,936 miles

Both front lower arm bushes are in good condition

Catalytic converter is working perfectly

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

O/S Wiper blade split at eachend but clearing enough to meet the M.O.T. Standards

Oil level high

Fail 12 Dec 2014 71,916 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 60,505 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 60,505 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2012 51,164 miles

rear silencer out of alighnment

Pass 8 Nov 2011 43,831 miles

nearside rear tyre worn

Pass 15 Nov 2010 36,766 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 29,838 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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ML56 WXF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ML56 WXF, 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 ML56 WXF registered?

ML56 WXF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 October 2006.

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