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PE56 MWX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

103,126 mi
Last recorded103,126 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE56 MWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 103,126 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 99,189 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 99,189 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 94,029 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 89,703 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 85,243 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2019 85,243 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 80,074 miles

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

engine light on

Fail 25 Aug 2018 80,071 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour lens missing (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))

Front bumper damaged

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

engine light on

Pass 20 Dec 2017 76,606 miles

brake wear indicator on

Fail 20 Dec 2017 76,605 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

brake wear indicator on

Pass 19 Dec 2016 70,101 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 19 Dec 2016 70,101 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 62,887 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 62,887 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 56,335 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 49,825 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 49,825 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 43,504 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 36,883 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 30,189 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 23,517 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 23,517 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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PE56 MWX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 PE56 MWX, 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 PE56 MWX registered?

PE56 MWX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is PE56 MWX safe to buy?

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