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MT06 FWL

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

54,330 mi
Last recorded54,330 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 FWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 54,330 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 48,590 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre cracking on the tread depth and the outer side wall

Fail 17 Oct 2015 48,590 miles

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre cracking on the tread depth and the outer side wall

Pass 28 Oct 2014 44,550 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre cracking on the outer tread depth but unable to see cords

Fail 28 Oct 2014 44,550 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre cracking on the outer tread depth but unable to see cords

Pass 23 Sep 2013 40,822 miles

o/s door mirror has tape across backing cover

Pass 7 Jun 2012 35,918 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 31,546 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 26,736 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 May 2010 26,736 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 21,562 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 FWL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MT06 FWL, 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 FWL registered?

MT06 FWL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is MT06 FWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 FWL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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