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AF56 VDT

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,061 mi
Last recorded138,061 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2022 138,061 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 132,035 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s & o/s entire sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 125,112 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 120,120 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 112,848 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension component heavily under sealed

under carriage surface rust sills and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2017 106,600 miles

Central Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion outer wing has bubbling of paint (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 101,181 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 100,543 miles

plastic covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

small chips in windscreen

Pass 7 Dec 2015 100,543 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' small chips (8.3.1a)

plastic covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

Pass 17 Nov 2014 9,015 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 82,416 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 75,612 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 66,637 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 66,637 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 58,568 miles

rear brakes binding slighty

front washer jets

Fail 13 Sep 2010 58,568 miles

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

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

front washer jets

rear brakes binding slighty

Pass 2 Sep 2009 41,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 VDT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VDT, 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 VDT registered?

AF56 VDT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 19 September 2006.

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