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VW53 KAB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

76,071 mi
Last recorded76,071 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW53 KAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 76,071 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 67,765 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 64,969 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 64,969 miles

Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 63,464 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 61,821 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 60,759 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 58,917 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 56,148 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 56,148 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 51,048 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine top cover fitted, engine under tray fitted.

Fail 10 Dec 2016 51,048 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

engine top cover fitted, engine under tray fitted.

Pass 17 Dec 2015 45,071 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2014 37,902 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 37,154 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 34,703 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 28,489 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 22,905 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 17,661 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 12,437 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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VW53 KAB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VW53 KAB, 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 VW53 KAB registered?

VW53 KAB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 October 2006.

Is VW53 KAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW53 KAB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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