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WR55 VEV

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

120,839 mi
Last recorded120,839 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 VEV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 120,839 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top- shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 120,839 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top- shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 116,532 miles

Alternator belt split and perished

Both front brake backing plates corroded

Both front upper suspension mounts have slight play/movement

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Corrosion to both sills

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 3 Jul 2023 116,532 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Alternator belt split and perished

Both front brake backing plates corroded

Both front upper suspension mounts have slight play/movement

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Corrosion to both sills

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Jul 2022 110,304 miles

Corrosion to nearside rear and offside rear sills

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 102,008 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 102,008 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2020 93,543 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 91,051 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 91,051 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 86,388 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 81,652 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 81,652 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 73,779 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 65,934 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 56,122 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 48,057 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 39,955 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 31,511 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 23,113 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,109 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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WR55 VEV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WR55 VEV, 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 WR55 VEV registered?

WR55 VEV is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 January 2006.

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The MOT history for WR55 VEV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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