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RO56 DDJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

87,127 mi
Last recorded87,127 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 DDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 87,127 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 May 2026 87,125 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2025 86,797 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 86,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2023 85,529 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 85,475 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 83,936 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 80,770 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 75,916 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2015 72,170 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2014 68,121 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2013 63,301 miles

offside rear tyre slightly cracking up

Pass 8 Sep 2012 57,212 miles

offside front door check strap bolt loose

Pass 27 Aug 2011 50,296 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

small chips in screen

Pass 2 Sep 2010 44,880 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 44,880 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 33,812 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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RO56 DDJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RO56 DDJ, 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 RO56 DDJ registered?

RO56 DDJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is RO56 DDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO56 DDJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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