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AF56 WKB

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,775 mi
Last recorded130,775 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 130,775 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tail lamp cracked

Pass 5 Dec 2019 125,834 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear push on bushes on front arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 119,929 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 112,597 miles

off side under tray loose

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2017 112,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush lower rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush lower arm rear bush also heavily perished (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

off side under tray loose

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2016 99,893 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 86,725 miles

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

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 13 Nov 2014 78,730 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 78,730 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 68,713 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 68,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine oil level on min mark

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside rear shocker bumpstop deteriorated

Fail 17 Nov 2012 60,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 60,035 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 51,401 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 41,368 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 29,231 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 WKB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WKB, 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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AF56 WKB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 24 October 2006.

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