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RV56 MYG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,792 mi
Last recorded98,792 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 MYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 98,792 miles

Front top suspension mounts grabbing lock to lock

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 May 2019 98,792 miles

Front top suspension mounts grabbing lock to lock

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 May 2018 93,374 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 86,147 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 75,840 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front scored and worn (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 75,840 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front scored and worn (3.5.1i)

nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 18 Nov 2014 63,545 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 63,545 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 62,402 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 55,456 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 51,645 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 44,773 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 39,176 miles

Front tyres wearing inside edge

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/S Door Mirror Slightly Insecure

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2010 39,176 miles

Front tyres wearing inside edge

O/S Door Mirror Slightly Insecure

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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RV56 MYG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RV56 MYG, 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.

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What year was RV56 MYG registered?

RV56 MYG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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