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PO56 XRZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

93,998 mi
Last recorded93,998 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO56 XRZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 93,998 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides slightly rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2025 93,996 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 93,573 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 91,643 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 87,623 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 87,623 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 80,923 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose tape repair (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 80,923 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose tape repair (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 77,758 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 77,758 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 76,242 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Nov 2018 76,239 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx. 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 74,592 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 74,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect check bulb (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 72,189 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 70,976 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 70,976 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively & offside front (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (1.8)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 65,671 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Apr 2013 57,372 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 52,060 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 38,448 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 24,652 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 17,682 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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PO56 XRZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 PO56 XRZ, 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 PO56 XRZ registered?

PO56 XRZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is PO56 XRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO56 XRZ shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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