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AJ56 EWH

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,341 mi
Last recorded159,341 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 EWH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 159,341 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 154,957 miles

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

Outer both outer sills damaged corrosion in places

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear tires getting close to wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 142,473 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Oct 2021 142,437 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Upper Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected sun visor (3.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 117,983 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 100,686 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion under neath

Fail 28 Sep 2019 100,684 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion under neath

Pass 18 Sep 2018 97,924 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres wearing on edge

engine cover fitted

exhaust sleeve corroded

undertray fitted

Fail 17 Sep 2018 97,922 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

both front tyres wearing on edge

engine cover fitted

exhaust sleeve corroded

undertray fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2017 88,934 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 77,868 miles

oil light on

Fail 14 Sep 2016 77,868 miles

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

oil light on

Pass 14 Sep 2015 69,094 miles

child seat fitted

undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 15 Sep 2014 61,176 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Sep 2014 61,176 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 54,261 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 54,261 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 46,795 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 39,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

second child seat fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2010 32,456 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 25,917 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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AJ56 EWH is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AJ56 EWH, 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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AJ56 EWH is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 2 November 2006.

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