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YF06 XFK

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

60,516 mi
Last recorded60,516 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF06 XFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 60,516 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 58,787 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 58,787 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 56,470 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 56,429 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2023 53,529 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 50,781 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 47,462 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 45,580 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 45,580 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 43,148 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 40,250 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 37,493 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 33,913 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 33,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 29 May 2015 30,573 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2015 30,573 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 26,252 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 26,252 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 May 2013 22,756 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 19,578 miles

reverse lights not working

Pass 14 Jul 2010 13,822 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 10,904 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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YF06 XFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 YF06 XFK, 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 YF06 XFK registered?

YF06 XFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 June 2006.

Is YF06 XFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF06 XFK shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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