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317 UXW

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,421 mi
Last recorded28,421 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration317 UXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 28,421 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 28,225 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 27,740 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 26,861 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 26,861 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 25,207 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 24,412 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 2,411 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 23,639 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 22,711 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 21,830 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 20,002 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 19,997 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 18,618 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 18,617 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering component cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

signs of oil engine area

slight leak exhaust tail pipe

slight play offside rear wheel bearing

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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317 UXW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol 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 317 UXW, 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 317 UXW registered?

317 UXW is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is 317 UXW safe to buy?

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