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MY56 BUG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,688 mi
Last recorded169,688 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY56 BUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 169,688 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 161,582 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 152,396 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 142,484 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 132,449 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 125,066 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 122,713 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 121,699 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 118,714 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL RETURN (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL RETURN (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 118,714 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL RETURN (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL RETURN (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 113,028 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 112,965 miles

Rear Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 99,612 miles

front windscreen cracked not affecting the drivers view.

Pass 17 Feb 2015 87,777 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 86,581 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 73,634 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 73,634 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jan 2013 59,076 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 45,965 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 34,977 miles

front brake disc worn

Pass 17 Oct 2009 27,274 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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MY56 BUG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MY56 BUG, 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 MY56 BUG registered?

MY56 BUG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is MY56 BUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY56 BUG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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