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MT06 YCW

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

61,140 mi
Last recorded61,140 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT06 YCW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 61,140 miles

general corrosion on suspension components

Fail 17 Jun 2026 61,086 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

general corrosion on suspension components

Pass 26 Jun 2025 58,264 miles

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

Offside Front spare wheel fitted

Suspension components showing corrosion

Pass 25 Jun 2024 55,576 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 51,538 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 48,668 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 47,404 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 46,601 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 45,338 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 43,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 41,673 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 39,663 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,641 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 34,210 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 31,165 miles

advise nearside front and rear tyres deteriorated

advise offside front and rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 26 Jun 2012 29,281 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 26,227 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 23,677 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 20,781 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 YCW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YCW, 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 YCW registered?

MT06 YCW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is MT06 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT06 YCW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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