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WP06 XRE

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,151 mi
Last recorded122,151 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 122,151 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt in rear ()

Offside Front door mirror broken taped up

Oil leak unknown ()

oil level low

Fail 31 Mar 2018 122,151 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt in rear ()

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front door mirror broken taped up

Oil leak unknown ()

oil level low

Pass 3 Mar 2017 109,657 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 94,909 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 94,909 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 76,526 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)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 65,734 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 54,667 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 54,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 43,202 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 25,871 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,196 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 XRE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Beige with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XRE, 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

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What year was WP06 XRE registered?

WP06 XRE is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is WP06 XRE safe to buy?

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