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PK56 YXU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

114,144 mi
Last recorded114,144 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK56 YXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 114,144 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 114,144 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2019

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 110,323 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 101,545 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 96,008 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 86,439 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked on outer walling

engine covers obscuring view

Fail 5 Nov 2015 86,430 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked on outer walling

engine covers obscuring view

Pass 3 Nov 2014 74,829 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 63,516 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 52,000 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 42,415 miles

both front tyres poor and worn on all edges

Fail 2 Nov 2011 42,415 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres poor and worn on all edges

Pass 2 Nov 2010 33,338 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 24,274 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 24,274 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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PK56 YXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 PK56 YXU, 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

How do I check the history of PK56 YXU?

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What year was PK56 YXU registered?

PK56 YXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is PK56 YXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK56 YXU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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