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AJ56 EWK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2022
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

126,459 mi
Last recorded126,459 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 126,459 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2020 125,778 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 65,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside rear handbrake reading poor

Pass 31 Aug 2012 65,242 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

offside rear handbrake reading poor

Pass 11 Sep 2011 55,378 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2011 55,378 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 45,802 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 39,257 miles

advise suspect rear brake pads are low

Fail 28 Oct 2009 39,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

advise suspect rear brake pads are low

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 EWK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 EWK, 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 EWK registered?

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

Is AJ56 EWK safe to buy?

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