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SG56 VLW

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,605 mi
Last recorded104,605 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 VLW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 104,605 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 95,454 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 89,207 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 89,066 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 76,034 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Jul 2018 76,034 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 63,752 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 59,829 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 59,828 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 51,254 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 47,912 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 44,379 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 39,123 miles

offside & nearside rear tyre walls perished (no ply exposed).

Pass 3 Nov 2010 30,946 miles

Both rear tyre walls perished (no ply exposed).

Pass 16 Sep 2009 22,137 miles

front tyres worn on inside edge.

Fail 14 Sep 2009 22,137 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres worn on inside edge.

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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SG56 VLW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SG56 VLW, 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 SG56 VLW registered?

SG56 VLW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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