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YE06 EAM

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

144,427 mi
Last recorded144,427 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE06 EAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 144,427 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertray fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2024 116,315 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 108,958 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 107,967 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four fitted to vehicle to vehicle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 106,654 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 105,503 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 103,915 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 96,591 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 96,591 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2017 91,039 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 91,039 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 May 2016 85,252 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 77,076 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 67,385 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2013 60,248 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2013 60,248 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 51,576 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 May 2012 51,576 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 43,730 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 34,892 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 May 2009 26,504 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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YE06 EAM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YE06 EAM, 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 YE06 EAM registered?

YE06 EAM is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 May 2006.

Is YE06 EAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE06 EAM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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