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VA06 BGU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,388 mi
Last recorded135,388 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA06 BGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 135,388 miles

windscreen has slight damage

Pass 13 Dec 2019 125,150 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 114,282 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 102,873 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 92,051 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 83,894 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 81,324 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 76,517 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 67,307 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 47,567 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 47,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 35,366 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 30,099 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 30,099 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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VA06 BGU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VA06 BGU, 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 VA06 BGU registered?

VA06 BGU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is VA06 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA06 BGU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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