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RA06 VKT

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,355 mi
Last recorded106,355 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA06 VKT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 106,355 miles

Both outer sills weak.

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

Pass 6 May 2022 100,220 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 94,468 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad clip incorrectly located

Pass 22 Jul 2019 88,513 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2019 88,513 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 84,669 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 79,166 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 73,192 miles

Suspect very slight play in offside front lower ball joint

Pass 30 Jul 2015 67,518 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 62,287 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 56,277 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 56,277 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 53,517 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 46,846 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 39,725 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 35,725 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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RA06 VKT 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 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 RA06 VKT, 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 RA06 VKT registered?

RA06 VKT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is RA06 VKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA06 VKT shows 16 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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