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SN55 MDD

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

94,700 mi
Last recorded94,700 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 MDD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 94,700 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2025 93,458 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2025 93,328 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 91,165 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 89,924 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 89,904 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 88,177 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 80,231 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 72,508 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 72,481 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 66,129 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 59,899 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 49,621 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 44,489 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 40,511 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 40,511 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 35,026 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 30,538 miles

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

front brake discs worn & corroded but serviceable.

Pass 17 Feb 2010 24,824 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 18,434 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 18,434 miles

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

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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SN55 MDD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 SN55 MDD, 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 SN55 MDD registered?

SN55 MDD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is SN55 MDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN55 MDD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SN55 MDD have outstanding finance?

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