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AJ06 GWL

2006 Volkswagen Beetle

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

114,042 mi
Last recorded114,042 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Beetle67,762 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ06 GWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 114,042 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 100,974 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 95,858 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 82,106 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 70,399 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

screen scratched by wipers

Fail 27 Mar 2018 70,399 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

oil low

screen scratched by wipers

Pass 28 Mar 2017 60,093 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

windscreen scratched due to damaged wiper blade

Pass 21 Apr 2015 41,924 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 38,835 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 35,540 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 32,956 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 31,326 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 25,923 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise n/s/r and o/s/r tyres cracking

Pass 19 Jun 2009 21,331 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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AJ06 GWL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AJ06 GWL, 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 AJ06 GWL registered?

AJ06 GWL is a 2006 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 20 June 2006.

Is AJ06 GWL safe to buy?

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