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VK56 KZM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

117,307 mi
Last recorded117,307 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 KZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 117,307 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 111,619 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 105,309 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 99,528 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2022 99,528 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 96,905 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 91,759 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 87,155 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 80,297 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 74,829 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 69,553 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 64,424 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 14 Sep 2015 64,424 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 27 Aug 2014 58,732 miles

O/S/F Tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 27 Aug 2014 58,732 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

O/S/F Tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 25 Sep 2013 53,894 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 45,175 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 35,469 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 28,011 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 21,204 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 21,204 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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VK56 KZM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VK56 KZM, 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 VK56 KZM registered?

VK56 KZM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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