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WR56 RGX

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

95,196 mi
Last recorded95,196 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 RGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 95,196 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 90,057 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 90,057 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 84,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 84,744 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 75,586 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 75,586 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) all not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 66,899 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 66,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 63,954 miles

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

front brake discs corroded on inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2015 62,579 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 60,949 miles

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

centre rear brake light no illumination

Pass 28 Oct 2013 52,206 miles

adv on managment light on

Fail 28 Oct 2013 52,206 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

adv on managment light on

Pass 5 Nov 2012 42,821 miles

ESP light illuminated

Nearside front tyre abnormal wear

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 42,820 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

ESP light illuminated

Engine management light illuminated

Nearside front tyre abnormal wear

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 33,135 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

adv on off side front tyer wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2010 27,045 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 19,723 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 19,723 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre down to 2mm across tread pattern.

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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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WR56 RGX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WR56 RGX, 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 WR56 RGX registered?

WR56 RGX is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is WR56 RGX safe to buy?

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