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AJ56 EVK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

122,536 mi
Last recorded122,536 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 EVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 122,536 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2017 122,535 miles

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 112,585 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 99,189 miles

intermitant fault with abs warning system

Fail 16 Feb 2015 99,188 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear pads suspect

slight bind in rear o/s brake

Pass 28 Feb 2014 90,430 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 90,429 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front o/s wheelarch shield insacure

traction control light on

Pass 28 Jan 2013 80,010 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 79,981 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 64,887 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 52,680 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 37,198 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 37,196 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AJ56 EVK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AJ56 EVK, 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 AJ56 EVK registered?

AJ56 EVK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is AJ56 EVK safe to buy?

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