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PO56 YPM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,428 mi
Last recorded34,428 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO56 YPM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 34,428 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 26,436 miles

both rear tyres and o/s/f tyre are cracking and perishing due to age.

Fail 16 Apr 2014 26,436 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)

both rear tyres and o/s/f tyre are cracking and perishing due to age.

Pass 25 Apr 2013 24,856 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 21,536 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 19,860 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside front and nearside rear tyres outer sidewalls deteriorating

Pass 11 Nov 2010 16,530 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 120,551 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 YPM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PO56 YPM, 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 PO56 YPM registered?

PO56 YPM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 2 September 2006.

Is PO56 YPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO56 YPM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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