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AF56 UTN

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,765 mi
Last recorded128,765 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 128,765 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 118,290 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 108,352 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 97,757 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 97,757 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 80,580 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 80,570 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2014 78,093 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 78,093 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2013 68,297 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 68,297 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 57,625 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 42,675 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 35,248 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 24,945 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 UTN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 UTN, 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 UTN registered?

AF56 UTN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is AF56 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 UTN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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