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AF56 WZB

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

174,738 mi
Last recorded174,738 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 174,738 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 166,469 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 155,134 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 136,676 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 113,185 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 104,481 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 102,570 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2019 102,515 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both side front (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip on the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 101,107 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 101,107 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 91,751 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 85,788 miles

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

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face poor condition (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 78,722 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 78,722 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 66,132 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 58,162 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2011 50,387 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 41,898 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 30,168 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 WZB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WZB, 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

How do I check the history of AF56 WZB?

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What year was AF56 WZB registered?

AF56 WZB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 15 October 2006.

Is AF56 WZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 WZB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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