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WV06 VKN

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

109,918 mi
Last recorded109,918 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV06 VKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 109,918 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 106,519 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 102,465 miles

Nearside Rear tyre very perished

Offside Rear tyre very perished

Fail 23 May 2018 102,462 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre very perished

Offside Rear tyre very perished

Pass 22 May 2017 97,471 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 97,471 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 94,894 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 20 Jul 2015 91,238 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 88,121 miles

small chips in windscreen

Pass 2 Jul 2013 85,254 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 74,708 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 20 May 2011 60,683 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 53,943 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 53,943 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyre wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 May 2010 53,803 miles

front tyres worn from edges

Pass 6 May 2009 41,056 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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WV06 VKN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WV06 VKN, 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 WV06 VKN registered?

WV06 VKN is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 8 May 2006.

Is WV06 VKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV06 VKN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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