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YA06 SWO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Beige Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,805 mi
Last recorded107,805 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA06 SWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 107,805 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 93,964 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 86,987 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 82,063 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 76,433 miles

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Fail 7 May 2015 76,433 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 29 Apr 2014 65,641 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 2 May 2013 56,222 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2012 54,013 miles

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

middle exhaust mount broken.

Pass 28 Apr 2011 50,572 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 1 May 2010 47,034 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2009 41,801 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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YA06 SWO 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 91.7%.

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 YA06 SWO, 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 YA06 SWO registered?

YA06 SWO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 27 July 2006.

Is YA06 SWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA06 SWO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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