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YF56 CNU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

89,908 mi
Last recorded89,908 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 CNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 89,908 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 85,384 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Mil on but went off during test

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 80,875 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 75,607 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 70,646 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 67,582 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 62,664 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 58,371 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 54,083 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 48,661 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 48,661 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 44,034 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 39,164 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 34,748 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 27,374 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 18,223 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 13,833 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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YF56 CNU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YF56 CNU, 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 YF56 CNU registered?

YF56 CNU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is YF56 CNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 CNU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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