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YL55 GXY

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,009 mi
Last recorded64,009 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL55 GXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 64,009 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 59,502 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 55,351 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust bracket corroded off still secure

osr caliper handbrake cable arm not returning back fully

Pass 12 Jun 2014 49,850 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsr tyre cracking within tread

osr caliper arm not fully returnig back

osr tyre out of shape

Pass 13 Jun 2013 44,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

brake pipes greased

wipers leave slight smear on windscreen

Fail 13 Jun 2013 44,644 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pipes greased

n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape on inside edge

wipers leave slight smear on windscreen

Pass 28 Jun 2012 39,810 miles

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

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

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

o/s/r tyre slight uneven wear on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2011 33,849 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 28,328 miles

offside rear tyre uneven wear

Pass 29 Jun 2009 21,635 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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YL55 GXY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YL55 GXY, 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 YL55 GXY registered?

YL55 GXY is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is YL55 GXY safe to buy?

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