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AJ56 PLZ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,083 mi
Last recorded113,083 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 113,083 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 113,082 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2018 102,514 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 91,537 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load Cover only (5.2.4a)

Fail 14 Jan 2017 91,537 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load Cover only (5.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 81,988 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 81,988 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 74,057 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 73,370 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 66,426 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2012 60,801 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 52,540 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 52,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2010 41,864 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 31,230 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 PLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PLZ, 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 PLZ registered?

AJ56 PLZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is AJ56 PLZ safe to buy?

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