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VN56 BNJ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

77,304 mi
Last recorded77,304 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 BNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 77,304 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 74,958 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively cracking (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 71,427 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively cracking (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 68,541 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 67,351 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight down rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 67,351 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive slight down rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 61,850 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 61,849 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 48,746 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 48,745 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 44,923 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Nov 2016 43,110 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre has cracks on tread face

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 43,110 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre has cracks on tread face

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin over half worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 41,357 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 41,357 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 39,467 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light on

Pass 8 Nov 2013 37,766 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 35,725 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 33,141 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 33,141 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 31,046 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 21,919 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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VN56 BNJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Yellow with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VN56 BNJ, 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 VN56 BNJ registered?

VN56 BNJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is VN56 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN56 BNJ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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