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SH56 ZPZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

101,769 mi
Last recorded101,769 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 ZPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 101,769 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outter side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 94,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine oil overfilled

Fail 21 Dec 2022 94,853 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine oil overfilled

Pass 20 Dec 2021 89,947 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2021 89,947 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 85,551 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2020 85,551 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 80,572 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 76,051 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 69,660 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 63,436 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 63,436 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 60,049 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2015 60,049 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 54,819 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 50,304 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 46,512 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 43,643 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 37,484 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 37,484 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 27,900 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to wear unevenly and is also starting to develop cracks on the outer wall and within the tread

offside rear tyre starting to wear unevenly

Fail 19 Nov 2009 27,900 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear tyre starting to wear unevenly and is also starting to develop cracks on the outer wall and within the tread

offside rear tyre starting to wear unevenly

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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SH56 ZPZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black 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 SH56 ZPZ, 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 SH56 ZPZ registered?

SH56 ZPZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is SH56 ZPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 ZPZ 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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