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WG06 GZT

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

134,599 mi
Last recorded134,599 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG06 GZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 134,599 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear axle and suspension components corroded

clutch not fully functioning

Fail 14 Jul 2026 134,598 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing temporary plastic cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear axle and suspension components corroded

clutch not fully functioning

Pass 9 Sep 2025 131,653 miles

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

Rear AXLE AND OTHER COMPONENTS ARE CORRODED

Fail 27 Jun 2025 131,186 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear axle and suspension components have minor corrosion

Pass 13 Jun 2024 125,450 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view a long crack on the nearside of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle and components have minor corrosion

Fail 13 Jun 2024 125,450 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view a long crack on the nearside of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle and components have minor corrosion

Pass 10 Jul 2023 122,343 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear AXLE ARE CORRODED

Fail 10 Jul 2023 122,342 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear AXLE ARE CORRODED

Pass 3 Jun 2022 115,629 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 114,112 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 112,174 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2019 112,174 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 103,716 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2019 103,655 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Jan 2018 91,856 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 85,256 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 85,256 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 80,110 miles

Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 72,629 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 72,629 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

rear fog light full of water

Pass 17 Mar 2014 64,819 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 64,819 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 55,522 miles

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

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

slight cracking to offside rear outter tyre wall but not expoing cords

Pass 20 Feb 2012 47,409 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 37,366 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 37,361 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 37,361 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 33,324 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 24,910 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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WG06 GZT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 WG06 GZT, 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 WG06 GZT registered?

WG06 GZT is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 30 May 2006.

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