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WL06 XGR

2006 Volkswagen TYPE2

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,119 mi
Last recorded27,119 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen TYPE269,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL06 XGR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 27,119 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2017 27,117 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 16,060 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 15,185 miles

Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt to front axle centre pivot (2.2.C.1c)

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 30 Sep 2015 15,177 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing stalk/catch fitted but belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt to front axle centre pivot (2.2.C.1c)

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear seat base loose

Pass 30 Jun 2015 14,958 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 14,545 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 13,948 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 13,948 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 13,428 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 12,392 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 10,350 miles

Oil leak

long footbrake travel

play in both rear wheel bearings

play in top and bottom of both front suspension joints

wiring fouling handbrake mechanism

Fail 21 May 2010 10,347 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

long footbrake travel

play in both rear wheel bearings

play in top and bottom of both front suspension joints

wiring fouling handbrake mechanism

Pass 8 Apr 2009 8,209 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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WL06 XGR is a 2006 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 69,498 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WL06 XGR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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WL06 XGR is a 2006 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 1 May 2006.

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