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A21 JEN

2006 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

128,561 mi
Last recorded128,561 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf85,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 JEN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 128,561 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 126,119 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 122,590 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 119,469 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2022 119,469 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction 3 items hanging from mirror in drivers view of road (3.1 (a) (ii))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 116,445 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 113,636 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2020 113,636 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 110,235 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 106,496 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 98,022 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2016 87,725 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 80,094 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 73,967 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 67,333 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 Mar 2012 64,544 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 46,969 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 42,037 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 33,075 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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A21 JEN is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,175 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 JEN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A21 JEN?

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What year was A21 JEN registered?

A21 JEN is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 June 2006.

Is A21 JEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 JEN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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