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VN06 MPX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,964 mi
Last recorded10,964 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN06 MPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 10,964 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 106,983 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 103,511 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 103,511 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 98,122 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 95,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 91,108 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 87,192 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 87,189 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

park brake efficiency 16%

rear brake disc's corroding

Pass 16 Nov 2016 78,234 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 64,976 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 64,976 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 62,280 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 56,625 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 51,123 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 44,303 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 37,207 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 29,845 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 20,826 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 20,826 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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VN06 MPX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN06 MPX, 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 VN06 MPX registered?

VN06 MPX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 May 2006.

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