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AJ56 FFV

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

192,456 mi
Last recorded192,456 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2021 192,456 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 163,586 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 162,284 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 142,264 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 141,695 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 92,484 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 78,713 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 17 May 2013 78,709 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2012 69,140 miles

air bag light on

Pass 6 May 2011 51,988 miles

Airbag lamp illuminated.

Both front brake discs corroded on inner facings.

Both rear tyres at 4mm and worn unevenly. (205/55R16)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake pads appear low,requires further investigation.

N/S/F tyre at 2.75mm.(205/55R16)

O/S/F tyre at 3mm.(205/55R16)

Pass 7 May 2010 36,778 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 32,555 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 FFV is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FFV, 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 FFV registered?

AJ56 FFV is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is AJ56 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 FFV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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