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AF56 XAJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

138,059 mi
Last recorded138,059 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 138,059 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os inner edges smooth ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Jan 2022 138,059 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ns and os inner edges smooth ON LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 123,520 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 96,532 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective ns/os (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 96,532 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective ns/os (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 80,068 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 65,875 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 61,447 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 61,447 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 57,029 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 51,372 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 51,372 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 44,756 miles

Air bag light indicate fault

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre slightly tear inside

Pass 13 Feb 2012 38,416 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 38,416 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,206 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Feb 2010 27,465 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 20,905 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 XAJ 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 72.2%.

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 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 XAJ, 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 XAJ registered?

AF56 XAJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is AF56 XAJ safe to buy?

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