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SG06 WPJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

80,775 mi
Last recorded80,775 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG06 WPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 80,775 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2023 80,775 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 May 2022 76,931 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2022 76,931 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 69,744 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 66,530 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 66,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 61,927 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 56,653 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 56,649 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 51,678 miles

play in front wiper arms

slight corrosion to all coil springs

Fail 7 Oct 2016 51,678 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

play in front wiper arms

slight corrosion to all coil springs

Pass 8 Oct 2015 46,260 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 46,260 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 46,113 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 44,125 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 40,360 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 38,320 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 38,320 miles

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 36,710 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 31,012 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 21,161 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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SG06 WPJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 SG06 WPJ, 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 SG06 WPJ registered?

SG06 WPJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 March 2006.

Is SG06 WPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG06 WPJ shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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