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SL56 JWN

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

112,030 mi
Last recorded112,030 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 JWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 112,030 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just on min limit (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over n/s and o/s inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 102,161 miles

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

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

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

centre exhaust sleeve corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2018 92,744 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front flex ferrules slightly corroded

n/s front inner wheel arch cover insecure

Pass 13 Sep 2017 87,721 miles

Nearside Front sill slightly corroded

Offside Front sill slightly corroded

Offside Rear tyre has high/low spots on inner tread

exhaust system,sleeve,clamps corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2017 87,703 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill near axle (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front sill slightly corroded

Offside Front sill slightly corroded

Offside Rear tyre has high/low spots on inner tread

exhaust system,sleeve,clamps corroded

Pass 2 Sep 2016 79,326 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 72,522 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 72,522 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working 239 bulb fitted (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 65,225 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 61,568 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 54,775 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 41,008 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 27,669 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 18,223 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 13,333 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 JWN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 JWN, 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 JWN registered?

SL56 JWN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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