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VO56 TZZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,285 mi
Last recorded110,285 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO56 TZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Jul 2019 110,285 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 101,780 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 101,772 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 94,002 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 93,937 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low wont adjust (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 87,827 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 84,273 miles

3rd brake light not working

engine cover fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2014 67,700 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside rear and front tyres starting to perish

Pass 11 Feb 2013 54,718 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 52,365 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 48,483 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 43,720 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 42,465 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 42,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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VO56 TZZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VO56 TZZ, 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 VO56 TZZ registered?

VO56 TZZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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