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AF56 WHJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

39,641 mi
Last recorded39,641 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 WHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 39,641 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 37,676 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2025 37,676 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 36,470 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 36,470 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 34,480 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 34,479 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 32,046 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 32,046 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 30,497 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 29,600 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 29,104 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 28,604 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 28,124 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 27,617 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 26,718 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 26,223 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2012 25,654 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 25,654 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 24,234 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 23,545 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 22,802 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 WHJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 WHJ, 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 WHJ registered?

AF56 WHJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 October 2006.

Is AF56 WHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 WHJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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