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AF56 VBA

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,601 mi
Last recorded97,601 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 97,601 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 90,811 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 79,730 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear bump stops perished

Fail 14 May 2013 79,720 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads wearing low

rear bump stops perished

Pass 29 May 2012 67,804 miles

Additional front lamps may not meet legal requirements.

Pass 23 May 2011 54,175 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 41,677 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 41,677 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,117 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 VBA is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VBA, 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 VBA registered?

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

Is AF56 VBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 VBA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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