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AJ56 MKC

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

190,960 mi
Last recorded190,960 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 190,960 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 169,404 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 149,433 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 149,360 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 131,897 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 131,885 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 114,288 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 2 Sep 2021 102,804 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 102,800 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 101,663 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 98,296 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 96,654 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 94,147 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 94,147 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

mil light on

Pass 13 Sep 2016 92,027 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 89,548 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 89,548 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 84,938 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 77,498 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 60,503 miles

ESP warning light on.

Small chip in windscreen.

Pass 12 Sep 2011 42,489 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 37,206 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 29,389 miles

strong advise on both front tyres very 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 MKC is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 MKC, 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 MKC registered?

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

Is AJ56 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ56 MKC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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