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MT06 UEW

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

91,639 mi
Last recorded91,639 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 UEW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 91,639 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 87,519 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 81,466 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 75,718 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 60,709 miles

both rear wheels binding slightly

Fail 29 Jul 2017 60,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords and canvas exposed (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear wheels binding slightly

Pass 22 Jul 2016 47,153 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre.

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

both rear tyres staring to crack.

engine covers obscuring testable items.

Pass 25 Jul 2015 41,706 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 31 Jul 2014 34,933 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 27,669 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 20,883 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 20,202 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 20,202 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 13,965 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 13,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 8,277 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)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 8,277 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 UEW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 UEW, 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 MT06 UEW registered?

MT06 UEW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 2006.

Is MT06 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 UEW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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