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SM06 JFE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,954 mi
Last recorded65,954 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 JFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 65,954 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 63,820 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 62,729 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 61,598 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 61,598 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 60,275 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2021 58,787 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2020 56,776 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 54,006 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2018 51,320 miles

Offside Rear light lens cracked but not showing white light to the rear

Pass 1 May 2017 48,345 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 44,554 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 39,968 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 34,970 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 30,207 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 25,840 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,493 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 16,304 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,284 miles

centre stop light disconected

Fail 17 Apr 2009 11,284 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SM06 JFE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SM06 JFE, 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 SM06 JFE registered?

SM06 JFE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 May 2006.

Is SM06 JFE safe to buy?

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