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AF56 XBH

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,833 mi
Last recorded147,833 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 XBH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2025 147,833 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 139,190 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 138,508 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2023 138,200 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 128,701 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2019 103,447 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 92,682 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 92,559 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 83,632 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2016 67,103 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2016 67,103 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 58,376 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 47,612 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 45,106 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 45,106 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 44,118 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 38,908 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 32,589 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,270 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 XBH is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 XBH, 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 XBH registered?

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

Is AF56 XBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 XBH shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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