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YT56 XMO

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,351 mi
Last recorded123,351 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT56 XMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 123,351 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 123,348 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2019 112,275 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 20 Aug 2018 94,233 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2018 94,233 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 75,088 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 61,538 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 58,932 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 55,492 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 52,518 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 49,368 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 43,656 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,326 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 26,984 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 26,984 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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YT56 XMO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YT56 XMO, 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 YT56 XMO registered?

YT56 XMO is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is YT56 XMO safe to buy?

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