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YL06 EGD

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,428 mi
Last recorded50,428 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL06 EGD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 50,428 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 50,428 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 46,681 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 46,681 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 44,699 miles

BOTH REAR TYRE WALLS ON THE OUTSIDE ARE CRACKING,CANVAS NOT SHOWING.

Pass 22 Aug 2013 43,028 miles

SMALL CRACKS IN OUTER TYRE WALLS NSR AND OSR.

Pass 29 Aug 2012 40,274 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 37,513 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 33,521 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,459 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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YL06 EGD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YL06 EGD, 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 YL06 EGD registered?

YL06 EGD is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 16 August 2006.

Is YL06 EGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL06 EGD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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