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MT06 EDV

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,048 mi
Last recorded75,048 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 EDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 75,048 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust (7.1.2)

eml on

oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2016 75,048 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust (7.1.2)

oil leak

Fail 15 Jul 2015 70,290 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 70,290 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 63,409 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 57,941 miles

Nearside rear tyre has alarge screw in .

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 17 Jul 2013 57,941 miles

Nearside rear tyre has alarge screw in .

Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 9 Jun 2012 48,585 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 41,936 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 28 May 2011 41,936 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 35,719 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Jun 2010 35,719 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 27,559 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 EDV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 MT06 EDV, 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 EDV registered?

MT06 EDV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is MT06 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 EDV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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