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VU06 KYZ

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,040 mi
Last recorded62,040 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 KYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2018 62,040 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Jul 2018 62,028 miles

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

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 59,092 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 1 Aug 2016 56,388 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 53,351 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 49,813 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

offside front tyre worn to limit

Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,272 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 17 Mar 2012 39,003 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front wiper blades smear

Pass 15 Mar 2011 34,257 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 28,786 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 23 Feb 2009 22,520 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 22,520 miles

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

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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VU06 KYZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VU06 KYZ, 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 VU06 KYZ registered?

VU06 KYZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 4 March 2006.

Is VU06 KYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 KYZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU06 KYZ have outstanding finance?

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