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AF56 WJU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

140,225 mi
Last recorded140,225 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 140,225 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 129,945 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 121,173 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 113,072 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2021 95,643 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 86,401 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 80,788 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 76,925 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 74,109 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 74,109 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 70,087 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 64,517 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 57,191 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 54,855 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 52,169 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 45,581 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 37,339 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 32,118 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 WJU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 WJU, 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 WJU registered?

AF56 WJU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 October 2006.

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