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YB06 KZY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,015 mi
Last recorded107,015 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 KZY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 107,015 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 102,073 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 102,062 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 101,556 miles

Corrosion on coil springs

Fail 10 Jul 2018 101,555 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Corrosion on coil springs

Fail 3 Jul 2018 101,375 miles

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

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyres perishing

Pass 7 Jul 2017 95,926 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 89,431 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 82,083 miles

condition off rear brake pads borderkine

condition off wiper blades

Pass 7 Jul 2014 77,329 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 71,277 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)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 67,795 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 60,949 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 56,580 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 42,417 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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YB06 KZY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KZY, 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 YB06 KZY registered?

YB06 KZY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 28 June 2006.

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