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YP06 WLU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

101,158 mi
Last recorded101,158 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP06 WLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 101,158 miles

Offside Front sill corroded not prescribed area

Fail 19 May 2026 101,158 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front sill corroded not prescribed area

Pass 20 May 2025 97,524 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 96,459 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread and on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread and on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread and on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2024 96,459 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread and on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam Fitted new bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread and on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between tread and on outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 95,959 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres slightly craacking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 93,130 miles

underbody coated in underseal - numerous components unable to be inspected

Pass 6 May 2021 92,517 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 91,909 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 89,008 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust corroding

Pass 20 Jun 2017 84,182 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 80,036 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 80,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 72,251 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 72,251 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 63,606 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2014 63,606 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 53,979 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 53,979 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 44,744 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 35,921 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

nearside rear wheel bearing slight noise when rotated advise

Pass 10 Jul 2010 28,510 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 21,820 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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YP06 WLU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel 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 YP06 WLU, 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.

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What year was YP06 WLU registered?

YP06 WLU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 22 June 2006.

Is YP06 WLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP06 WLU 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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