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AF56 WJV

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,087 mi
Last recorded103,087 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 WJV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 103,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2025 84,328 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated osf split but preventing ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

center stop lamp inoperative

Fail 30 Sep 2025 84,155 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength osr outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated osf split but preventing ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

center stop lamp inoperative

Pass 25 Sep 2024 63,637 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Water/debris ingress preventing full inspection (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Oct 2023 58,243 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 57,701 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Sep 2022 57,701 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 56,400 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 54,663 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 52,710 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 49,918 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 47,051 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 19 Sep 2016 44,274 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 44,274 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 41,164 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 37,992 miles

n/s & o/s front tyres cutting out on inner edg

Pass 26 Sep 2013 34,718 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 31,352 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,511 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 24,001 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 20,166 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 WJV is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WJV, 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 WJV registered?

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

Is AF56 WJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 WJV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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