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TRP 208F

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,385 mi
Last recorded63,385 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRP 208F
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 63,385 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 63,358 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 63,278 miles

all 4 tyres old

Pass 17 Jul 2023 63,119 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 63,042 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 62,828 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 62,653 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 62,404 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 62,173 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 61,947 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 61,850 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 61,530 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 61,530 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2014 61,237 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 60,991 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 60,719 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 60,719 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 59,563 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 59,563 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 59,035 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 59,035 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 57,945 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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TRP 208F is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TRP 208F, 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

How do I check the history of TRP 208F?

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What year was TRP 208F registered?

TRP 208F is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is TRP 208F safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRP 208F shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRP 208F have outstanding finance?

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