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NG56 XJB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,798 mi
Last recorded73,798 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG56 XJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 73,798 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 73,605 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 62,621 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 61,729 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 60,939 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 60,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 59,220 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 57,899 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 56,298 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 54,993 miles

Front wiper marks

Fail 24 Nov 2016 54,992 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 35% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front wiper marks

Pass 26 Nov 2015 53,349 miles

Front tyre walls cracking

Fail 26 Nov 2015 53,347 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front tyre walls cracking

Pass 1 Dec 2014 51,539 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 49,292 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 46,718 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 44,529 miles

wipers slightly worn

Pass 1 Dec 2010 42,467 miles

Damage to rear bumper

Handbrake cable stiff

Rear brake pads low

Pass 30 Nov 2009 39,470 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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NG56 XJB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 NG56 XJB, 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 NG56 XJB registered?

NG56 XJB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is NG56 XJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG56 XJB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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