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MT56 TSY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

79,204 mi
Last recorded79,204 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT56 TSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 79,204 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed not within prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed not within prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 78,617 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 74,801 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 73,869 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Sep 2021 73,827 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Sep 2021 73,827 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jul 2020 70,681 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Slight corrosion to axle

Fail 8 Jul 2020 70,681 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Slight corrosion to axle

Pass 6 Aug 2019 68,235 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 66,729 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 66,729 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 61,448 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 61,448 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 54,442 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 46,698 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 40,692 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 4 Sep 2013 38,199 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both rear tyres have slight cracking due to age dot code 06

unable to carry out full inspection of n/s/r seatbelt due to child seat fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2012 35,204 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

fuel filler flap release faulty

service light on

Pass 31 Aug 2011 32,950 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 31,028 miles

both front tyres worn

Pass 12 Sep 2009 27,964 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 27,964 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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MT56 TSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 MT56 TSY, 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 MT56 TSY registered?

MT56 TSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is MT56 TSY safe to buy?

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