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AJ56 FGN

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

181,940 mi
Last recorded181,940 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 FGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 181,940 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 181,901 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 173,271 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 173,189 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 165,417 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 165,134 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 130,980 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 116,203 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 115,376 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 77,399 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 69,804 miles

visual corrosion front brake discs

Pass 9 Nov 2013 60,668 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 51,411 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 42,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 33,734 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 26,513 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 FGN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FGN, 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 FGN registered?

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

Is AJ56 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 FGN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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