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YB06 EYG

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

126,034 mi
Last recorded126,034 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 EYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 126,034 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 126,034 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 125,034 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2018 114,873 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Slight oil leak (gearbox)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 102,673 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 102,673 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 92,032 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 81,752 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 64,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs worn/corroded

Pass 5 Feb 2013 48,999 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 39,610 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 35,519 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 30,559 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 30,559 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 26,599 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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YB06 EYG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YB06 EYG, 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 YB06 EYG registered?

YB06 EYG is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 5 July 2006.

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The MOT history for YB06 EYG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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