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WD55 RGV

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

93,199 mi
Last recorded93,199 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD55 RGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 93,199 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in mud (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 93,199 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in mud (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 87,196 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 81,380 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2022 81,356 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 72,378 miles

Both front tyres worn to edges.

Fail 27 Jul 2021 72,377 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both front tyres worn to edges.

Pass 9 Oct 2020 71,125 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 71,125 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 54,890 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 54,885 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 51,209 miles

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Pass 30 Jan 2017 47,423 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 41,998 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 41,998 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 36,358 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 30,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres worn on inside

nsf,osf and osr tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 23 Jan 2014 30,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front tyres worn on inside

nsf,osf and osr tyre sidewalls perished

Pass 22 Jan 2013 27,177 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Jan 2013 27,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 22,673 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 22,673 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 18,666 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 15,152 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 15,152 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 11,499 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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WD55 RGV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 WD55 RGV, 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.

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What year was WD55 RGV registered?

WD55 RGV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is WD55 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD55 RGV shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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