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SK56 UPW

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,916 mi
Last recorded41,916 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK56 UPW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 41,916 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 41,916 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill to wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 41,031 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 39,094 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2018 39,094 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 37,272 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 34,636 miles

Gear stick moulding/gaiter insecure

Fail 18 Aug 2016 34,636 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Gear stick moulding/gaiter insecure

Pass 20 Aug 2015 31,962 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 29,803 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 27,816 miles

Oil leak

offside front brake disc badly scored on inner face

Pass 22 Aug 2012 26,027 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 22,856 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 19,941 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 15,373 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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SK56 UPW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SK56 UPW, 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 SK56 UPW registered?

SK56 UPW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SK56 UPW safe to buy?

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