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AJ56 FBY

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

209,499 mi
Last recorded209,499 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 209,499 miles

coolant level low

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

Nearside Front tyre has wall damage

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

bonnet safety catch stiff

Fail 13 Jun 2017 209,494 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre damaged

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play noisey (2.5.A.3c)

bonnet safety catch stiff

Pass 14 Jun 2016 196,144 miles

handbrake cables poor condition

n/s front wheel bearing noisy

Fail 9 Jun 2016 196,144 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

handbrake cables poor condition

n/s front wheel bearing noisy

Pass 29 May 2015 184,914 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 175,271 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 175,267 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2013 161,776 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 161,776 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 127,681 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 127,681 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 82,217 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 49,839 miles

Offside rear light cracked

Pass 27 Aug 2009 44,803 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 FBY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FBY, 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 FBY registered?

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

Is AJ56 FBY safe to buy?

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