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AF56 VBU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

134,664 mi
Last recorded134,664 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 134,664 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 96,131 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 81,185 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front at calipers (3.6.B.4e)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

nsf tyre worn inner edge

Fail 14 Sep 2015 81,182 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front at calipers (3.6.B.4e)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

nsf tyre worn inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2014 74,033 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 70,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 62,830 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 57,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2011 50,339 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 46,210 miles

service interval light is on

Pass 29 Aug 2009 34,004 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 VBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VBU, 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 VBU registered?

AF56 VBU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 September 2006.

Is AF56 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 VBU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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