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OY56 OUO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,425 mi
Last recorded157,425 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY56 OUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 157,425 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn both edges

Offside Rear Nail in tyre unrepairable position / worn outer edge ()

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges

Fail 2 Jul 2020 157,425 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn both edges

Offside Rear Nail in tyre unrepairable position / worn outer edge ()

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges

Pass 10 May 2019 150,769 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 139,716 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 139,716 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2017 130,230 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 119,519 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 108,959 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 95,967 miles

Both rear tyres worn unevan on inner edge

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

engine managment light on

Pass 21 May 2013 78,770 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 65,562 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 49,405 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)

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

rear brake discs showing signs of wear

Pass 14 Jun 2010 35,032 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 28,185 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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OY56 OUO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 OY56 OUO, 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 OY56 OUO registered?

OY56 OUO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 September 2006.

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