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MV56 AHK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

104,272 mi
Last recorded104,272 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 AHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 104,272 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 104,272 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 103,353 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 103,255 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 100,105 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Feb 2022 100,100 miles

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

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both rear outersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 99,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder / tread worn to approximately 2-3mm remaining and cracking slightly within tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Light dusting of oil down rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 99,565 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits reading 1.220 -1.235 (limit 1.030 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Mid to rear section exhaust sleeve blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder / tread worn to approximately 2-3mm remaining and cracking slightly within tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Light dusting of oil down rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 97,846 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2020 97,846 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 93,185 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 93,182 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 88,939 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 80,168 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 80,168 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 72,725 miles

Oil leak

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

Rear tyres worn uneven on the inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 64,647 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 64,636 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 59,778 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Screw in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2012 52,428 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 45,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 20 Aug 2010 37,308 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 37,306 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 32,955 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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Fail 24 Feb 2010 32,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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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MV56 AHK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 MV56 AHK, 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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MV56 AHK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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