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AF56 USJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

167,011 mi
Last recorded167,011 miles
Recorded on30 May 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 USJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 May 2021 167,011 miles
Fail 8 May 2021 165,909 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 134,142 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 111,254 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

undertrays fitted making thorough inspection of some testable items impossible

Pass 18 Jan 2017 105,231 miles

Central Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

all tyre treads low and wearing inner edges

Fail 18 Jan 2017 105,231 miles

Central Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

all tyre treads low and wearing inner edges

Pass 19 Jan 2016 97,921 miles

nearside front outer CV boot splitting

rear tyres wearing slightly inner edges

slight condensation nearside front headlamp

Pass 16 Jan 2015 90,611 miles

slight condensation nearside front headlamp

stone chip centre windscreen zone 'B' smaller than 40mm

Fail 16 Jan 2015 90,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

slight condensation nearside front headlamp

stone chip centre windscreen zone 'B' smaller than 40mm

Pass 13 Jan 2014 84,227 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2013 76,602 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 66,672 miles

o/s mirror housing slight damage

Fail 20 Dec 2011 66,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s mirror housing slight damage

Pass 16 Dec 2010 54,430 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Dec 2010 54,428 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 36,205 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

slight cracking to offside rear tyre

Fail 9 Dec 2009 36,205 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight cracking to offside rear tyre

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 USJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 USJ, 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.

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What year was AF56 USJ registered?

AF56 USJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is AF56 USJ safe to buy?

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