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WP06 XPU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,342 mi
Last recorded47,342 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP06 XPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 47,342 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 44,230 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 40,688 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 38,285 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 34,783 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 31,270 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 28,202 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 24,432 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 18,112 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 18,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 12,790 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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WP06 XPU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WP06 XPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WP06 XPU?

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What year was WP06 XPU registered?

WP06 XPU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is WP06 XPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP06 XPU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WP06 XPU have outstanding finance?

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