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AF56 VAX

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

174,362 mi
Last recorded174,362 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 VAX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 174,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

hi vis stop light not working

Fail 9 Dec 2019 174,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

hi vis stop light not working

Pass 28 Nov 2018 145,225 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 144,569 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible character taped over (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working on mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 120,794 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a deep cut to the sidewall

Offside Front tyre is worn smooth on the inner edge

Offside Rear is stepped on the inner edge,and is also smooth /bald on the inner edge

engine managment light on

Pass 1 Nov 2016 98,807 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm approx (3.5.1g)

engine management light up on dash

Pass 2 Sep 2015 81,616 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges of tread

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

engine M;I;L;warning displayed

Pass 6 Aug 2014 69,151 miles

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

engine M;I;L; warning staying on

offside rear tyre worn off on inner edge of tread

Fail 5 Aug 2014 69,151 miles

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

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

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

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

engine M;I;L; warning staying on

offside rear tyre worn off on inner edge of tread

Pass 2 Aug 2013 47,417 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 47,417 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 26,801 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 20,899 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 17,933 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 15,338 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 VAX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue 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 VAX, 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 VAX registered?

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

Is AF56 VAX safe to buy?

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