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AJ56 FFW

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

64,954 mi
Last recorded64,954 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 64,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2026 64,954 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 63,151 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 61,014 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 58,859 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 56,996 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 54,110 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 51,911 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 48,192 miles

Body has damage

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 45,801 miles

Body has damaged

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced on limit (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced on limit (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 42,701 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 40,023 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 35,846 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 32,415 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

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

O/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 29 Oct 2012 28,066 miles

both rear tyres and off side front tyre cracks in centre groves

Pass 26 Nov 2011 25,101 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 21,342 miles

all four tyres perishing

baby seat fitted o/s rear adult belt not checked in full

Pass 28 Oct 2009 16,736 miles

baby seats fitted n/s and o/s rear adult belts not checked in full

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 FFW is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ56 FFW registered?

AJ56 FFW is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 6 November 2006.

Is AJ56 FFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 FFW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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