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PM55 SHE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

47,590 mi
Last recorded47,590 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM55 SHE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 47,590 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jul 2026 47,544 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction air freshener hanging from interior mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 46,440 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 45,347 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Jul 2024 45,273 miles

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

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 44,237 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2023 44,237 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 38,478 miles

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

both outer sills corroding at rear

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 28 Jul 2022 38,478 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

both outer sills corroding at rear

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 26 Jul 2021 36,386 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 32,470 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

o/s/f brake disc inner face corroding

Pass 1 Aug 2019 28,528 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 24,324 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 20,476 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 19,935 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 18,712 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 16,516 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 13,850 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 11,689 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 11,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre heavily cracking on sidewall

offside rear tyre heavily cracking on sidewall

Pass 4 Jan 2012 8,871 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 5,790 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 3,803 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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PM55 SHE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 PM55 SHE, 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 PM55 SHE?

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What year was PM55 SHE registered?

PM55 SHE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 December 2006.

Is PM55 SHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PM55 SHE shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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