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YR06 EBC

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

105,295 mi
Last recorded105,295 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 EBC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 105,295 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 102,664 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 100,880 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 99,846 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 98,853 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 96,911 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 95,954 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 95,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 89,033 miles

High level brake light out.

NS washer jet deteriorated.

Nearside NSR and OSR tyres worn thin. 3mm

Rear brake pads worn thin.

Pass 19 Jan 2015 84,516 miles

Front inner brake discs worn.

High level brake light out.

NSR and OSR tyres 3mm and also showing cracks.

NSf and OSF lower rear wishbone bushes perishing.

Fail 16 Jan 2015 84,516 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Front inner brake discs worn.

High level brake light out.

NSR and OSR tyres 3mm and also showing cracks.

NSf and OSF lower rear wishbone bushes perishing.

Pass 11 Jan 2014 79,938 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 75,515 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 71,784 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 67,826 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 53,638 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 36,057 miles

all 4 tyres worn close to limet

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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YR06 EBC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 YR06 EBC, 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 YR06 EBC registered?

YR06 EBC is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is YR06 EBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR06 EBC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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