2006 Volkswagen Beetle 1.4L Petrol · KM56 KZB
2006 Volkswagen Beetle (1.4L, petrol). First registered 14 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 86,429 miles. MOT valid until 09 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,429 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KM56 KZB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
- 86,429 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KM56 KZB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Beetle (KM56 KZB) between March 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i”; “Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))”.
KM56 KZB Mileage History
- 28/03/202367,358 mi
- 07/04/202367,376 mi+18 mi
- 11/03/202473,635 mi+6,259 mi
- 07/04/202579,212 mi+5,577 mi
- 11/04/202686,429 mi+7,217 mi
Average of roughly 6,276 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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