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YL06 OCP

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

73,653 mi
Last recorded73,653 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL06 OCP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 73,653 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nsr and osr inner/outer sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 73,653 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nsr and osr inner/outer sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 72,882 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 72,457 miles

Front SURFACE RUST ON DISCS

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 71,707 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 71,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 69,877 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 67,248 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 64,891 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 61,569 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 61,536 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 53,668 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 15 Sep 2017 53,668 miles

Fuel system component leaking Fuel Filter. (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Sep 2016 47,828 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 42,891 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 37,603 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 29,672 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 22,656 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

centre exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still supported

high level brake light unit not working

Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,328 miles

front discs corroded on inners

Fail 16 Sep 2010 14,951 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 14,951 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 12,385 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 12,385 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 OCP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,596cc 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 YL06 OCP, 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 OCP registered?

YL06 OCP is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 August 2006.

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The MOT history for YL06 OCP 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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