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AF56 WBD

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,629 mi
Last recorded154,629 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 WBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 154,629 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 154,593 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2021 147,624 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 146,837 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 136,824 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 134,418 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 99,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

boot hinge broken

engine light on

Pass 16 Apr 2014 85,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s front tyre worn unevenly

Fail 16 Apr 2014 85,680 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres worn unevenly on inner edges

Pass 20 Feb 2013 71,054 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

REAR TYRES PERISHED WORN ON INNER EDGES

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection

Pass 28 Jan 2012 56,559 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 42,253 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 31,403 miles

advise( front blades smearing screen slightly)

Fail 12 Oct 2009 31,403 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise( front blades smearing screen slightly)

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 WBD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WBD, 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 WBD registered?

AF56 WBD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is AF56 WBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 WBD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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