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PE06 UKC

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

86,167 mi
Last recorded86,167 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE06 UKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 86,167 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 86,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2024 82,115 miles

Both rear axle bush housings corroding

Fail 1 Nov 2024 82,115 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Both rear axle bush housings corroding

Pass 7 Nov 2023 75,951 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2022 73,453 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2022 73,453 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 71,620 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2021 71,601 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 69,984 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 69,853 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2019 67,823 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 67,785 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 64,797 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Fail 2 Nov 2018 64,796 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 62,318 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads low (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 52,085 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 51,097 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 51,097 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 47,722 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 43,861 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 40,110 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 33,683 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 28,113 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 23,134 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 18,041 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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PE06 UKC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PE06 UKC, 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 PE06 UKC registered?

PE06 UKC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is PE06 UKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE06 UKC shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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