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SN56 NRZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

66,309 mi
Last recorded66,309 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN56 NRZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 66,309 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2024 66,304 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 63,942 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2023 63,939 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2022 62,343 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2021 59,147 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2020 58,660 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 58,660 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 57,185 miles

Nearside Front cv boot has pinhole in it

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 53,935 miles

both front tyres have worn side walls

full exhaust system corroded

Fail 6 Jul 2018 53,935 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

both front tyres have worn side walls

full exhaust system corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2017 52,204 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 48,538 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 48,538 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 45,182 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 41,800 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 41,800 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 May 2013 38,566 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 38,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 May 2012 34,207 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 34,207 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 27,148 miles

exhaust centre section bracket broken

Pass 25 May 2010 19,896 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 17,727 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 17,727 miles

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

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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SN56 NRZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SN56 NRZ, 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 SN56 NRZ registered?

SN56 NRZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 October 2006.

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