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MT06 BFF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

55,766 mi
Last recorded55,766 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 BFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 55,766 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 54,789 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 54,787 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2024 53,742 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 52,293 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 52,292 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Not locking (7.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 50,938 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 49,725 miles

both front tyres worn

Pass 20 May 2019 47,244 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 45,036 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 42,396 miles

Front brake discs worn

wipers poor

Pass 26 May 2016 39,619 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 22 May 2015 36,292 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 33,111 miles

nearside rear tyre worn

wipers torn/poor

Fail 20 May 2014 33,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

nearside rear tyre worn

wipers torn/poor

Pass 28 May 2013 29,676 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 26,010 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 26,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 May 2011 22,468 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 19,378 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 14,480 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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MT06 BFF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 MT06 BFF, 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 MT06 BFF registered?

MT06 BFF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 June 2006.

Is MT06 BFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 BFF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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