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NJ56 XYR

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,990 mi
Last recorded107,990 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ56 XYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 107,990 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2022 107,990 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 104,148 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 99,669 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 92,611 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 84,064 miles

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)

Fail 7 Dec 2017 84,064 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2016 75,820 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 71,071 miles

fuel cap sealing rubber slightly cracking

Fail 8 Dec 2015 71,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

fuel cap sealing rubber slightly cracking

Pass 10 Nov 2014 68,084 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 66,464 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 30 Apr 2013 62,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 62,651 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 50,729 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 38,887 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 25,654 miles

front brake discs have light pitting.

Pass 26 Aug 2009 24,255 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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NJ56 XYR is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NJ56 XYR, 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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What year was NJ56 XYR registered?

NJ56 XYR is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 October 2006.

Is NJ56 XYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ56 XYR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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