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AF56 JVL

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

121,293 mi
Last recorded121,293 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 JVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 121,293 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 115,846 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 110,336 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 102,756 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 92,599 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2021 92,599 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2021 92,588 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 80,767 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 78,959 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 78,958 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 73,350 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 73,350 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 67,661 miles

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 17 Oct 2016 62,170 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 56,506 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 56,506 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 51,168 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 45,937 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 40,393 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 34,321 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 28,333 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 21,947 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 JVL is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 JVL, 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 JVL registered?

AF56 JVL is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is AF56 JVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 JVL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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