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W40 JFF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,218 mi
Last recorded38,218 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW40 JFF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 38,218 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 38,218 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 37,533 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 37,046 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 37,046 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake lining(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Dec 2022 36,614 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 35,436 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 34,086 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 33,302 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 32,074 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 31,308 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 28,467 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 26,328 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 24,721 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 21,722 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,831 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 17,437 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,536 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 11,143 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 5,717 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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W40 JFF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W40 JFF, 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 W40 JFF registered?

W40 JFF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 March 2006.

Is W40 JFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W40 JFF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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