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WG55 ZZF

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

117,719 mi
Last recorded117,719 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 ZZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 117,719 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 4 Feb 2025 114,649 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Feb 2024 109,784 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 108,796 miles

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

reverse light not working

Fail 23 Feb 2023 108,796 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

reverse light not working

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 106,761 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 106,759 miles

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

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 94,818 miles

Both rear tyre close to legal limit

Osf tyre on limit

Pass 25 Feb 2020 86,084 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 74,465 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 61,573 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 47,143 miles

center exhaust bracket broken

Pass 16 Feb 2016 38,686 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 28,277 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 28,277 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 21,077 miles

all 4 tyres perishing

Pass 13 Feb 2013 18,939 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 15,006 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 9,884 miles

e.s.p. warning lamp illuminated.

slight corrosion/pitting to n/s/f brake disc.

Fail 30 Jan 2009 9,092 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 9,092 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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WG55 ZZF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WG55 ZZF, 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 WG55 ZZF registered?

WG55 ZZF is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 January 2006.

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