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RJ06 YTF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

47,681 mi
Last recorded47,681 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 YTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 47,681 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 46,131 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 44,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TRACKING ?? (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 44,960 miles

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

Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TRACKING ?? (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 42,497 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 41,555 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 41,554 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 39,934 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 38,775 miles

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 38,775 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 37,790 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 34,849 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 32,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 May 2017 32,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2016 30,810 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 28,284 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 28,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 26,591 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 24,000 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 24,000 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,038 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 17,580 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 15,358 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 11,192 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 11,192 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RJ06 YTF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 RJ06 YTF, 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 RJ06 YTF registered?

RJ06 YTF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 June 2006.

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