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PO56 YTV

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

96,004 mi
Last recorded96,004 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO56 YTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 96,004 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 90,257 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 88,974 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 88,018 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 88,017 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 87,428 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 86,792 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 86,792 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 85,976 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Dec 2018 83,230 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Dec 2017 79,685 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Dec 2016 75,733 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 71,492 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 65,141 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 6 Jan 2015 65,141 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Jan 2014 55,980 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

centre stop light inop disconected

Fail 2 Jan 2014 55,980 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

centre stop light inop disconected

Pass 11 Sep 2012 45,033 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,652 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 32,476 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 23,899 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 23,882 miles

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

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

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

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 YTV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PO56 YTV, 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 YTV registered?

PO56 YTV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is PO56 YTV safe to buy?

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