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YP56 SOU

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,210 mi
Last recorded118,210 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP56 SOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 118,210 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 99,734 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))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 87,122 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 77,092 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 77,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 58,104 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 56,112 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 55,960 miles

Advise o/s/f tyre inner shoulder worn

Pass 17 Nov 2015 51,130 miles

Centre Rear stop lamp not working

Offside Rear child seat fitted

engine bay covers

Pass 15 Nov 2014 48,048 miles

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

N.S.F indicator lense cracked

outer wall cracking in rear tyres

Pass 20 Nov 2013 45,373 miles

all four tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 6 Nov 2012 41,142 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 37,737 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 33,201 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 33,201 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 28,868 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 28,864 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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YP56 SOU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YP56 SOU, 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 YP56 SOU registered?

YP56 SOU is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is YP56 SOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP56 SOU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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