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AF56 YXB

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

96,010 mi
Last recorded96,010 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 96,010 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front hoses covered in grease (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 87,844 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 75,929 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 69,593 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 66,936 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 57,127 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 51,797 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 46,971 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 43,420 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 40,934 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 40,934 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 38,080 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 34,811 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 34,811 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2012 32,763 miles

anti skid warning lamp on

Pass 15 Sep 2011 28,215 miles

Anti skid light on dash, on

Pass 31 Aug 2010 26,124 miles

Traction control light on

Pass 7 Sep 2009 22,241 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 YXB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YXB, 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 YXB registered?

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

Is AF56 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 YXB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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