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WF56 MWM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

136,604 mi
Last recorded136,604 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF56 MWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 136,604 miles

rear axle corrsion

Pass 20 Oct 2018 136,559 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 136,048 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 136,046 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 135,682 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 123,014 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2015 123,014 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 108,473 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 108,137 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 91,310 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 73,180 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 73,180 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 58,005 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 58,005 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 41,344 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 27,815 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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WF56 MWM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WF56 MWM, 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 WF56 MWM registered?

WF56 MWM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is WF56 MWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF56 MWM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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