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AF56 JNU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,478 mi
Last recorded112,478 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 JNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 112,478 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake pad warning light on pads ok

Fail 7 Oct 2024 112,159 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake pad warning light on pads ok

Pass 11 Oct 2023 104,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 87,710 miles

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

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 85,775 miles

Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine cover and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

High level stop light not working

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front suspension arms, rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 85,770 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit *1.00* (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Lens cloudy (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Lens cloudy (4.1.4 (a))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine cover and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

High level stop light not working

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside front suspension arms, rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 83,444 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 79,636 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 77,344 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 75,352 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 72,878 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 70,557 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 67,944 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 63,443 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 63,443 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 May 2012 57,400 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 57,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 43,198 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 32,821 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 28,617 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Jetta?

Based on 438,127 MOT tests across 37,562 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
7,762
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
37,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,560
coil spring broken 4,403
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,404
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,196
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AF56 JNU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 89,916 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Jetta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,560 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF56 JNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Jetta typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF56 JNU registered?

AF56 JNU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is AF56 JNU safe to buy?

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