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PEE 294

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,125 mi
Last recorded108,125 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEE 294
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2026 108,125 miles

Exhaust backbox slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2025 107,452 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 106,021 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 102,751 miles

Offside Front Outer CV boot slightly deteriorated

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 101,208 miles

Offside Front Outer Driveshaft boot slightly deteriorated

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 99,808 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 98,163 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 94,718 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 91,793 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 87,818 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 79,667 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 71,519 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 65,235 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 57,452 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2012 48,849 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 42,049 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 33,187 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 26,154 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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PEE 294 is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PEE 294, 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 PEE 294 registered?

PEE 294 is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 10 February 2006.

Is PEE 294 safe to buy?

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