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SL56 BDF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,957 mi
Last recorded100,957 miles
Recorded on13 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 BDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2023 100,957 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 100,957 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 98,160 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 94,937 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged and cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 11 May 2021 94,935 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged and cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 May 2020 91,112 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 87,436 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 80,108 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 71,791 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 61,049 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 53,008 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 44,580 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 35,842 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 29,884 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 23,340 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,182 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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SL56 BDF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SL56 BDF, 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 SL56 BDF registered?

SL56 BDF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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