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YF56 NHB

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,876 mi
Last recorded52,876 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF56 NHB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 52,876 miles

o/s handbrake could be better

repairs to o/s rear sill area covered in thick underseal

Pass 4 Jan 2020 48,478 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight damage n/s front

Pass 8 Sep 2018 45,802 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 45,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2016 43,963 miles

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

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

centre stop light not working.

nearside non-obligatory mirror damaged & insecure.

surface cracks on both rear tyres.

Pass 22 Jul 2015 40,048 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2014 35,114 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 35,114 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 30,263 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 27,375 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 Silencer deteriorated

Pass 1 Feb 2011 21,906 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 14,764 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 NHB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF56 NHB, 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 NHB registered?

YF56 NHB is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is YF56 NHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF56 NHB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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