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AJ56 PWX

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

136,883 mi
Last recorded136,883 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 136,883 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 121,819 miles

front suspension console bush rubbers splitting

nsr tyre cracking and out of shape on inner edge

Fail 12 Dec 2016 121,818 miles

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

front suspension console bush rubbers splitting

nsr tyre cracking and out of shape on inner edge

Pass 17 Dec 2015 111,330 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement consol bushes n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

engine bay and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 17 Dec 2015 111,329 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement consol bushes n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine bay and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Dec 2014 101,143 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2013 90,839 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise damage to nearside rear body

Fail 13 Dec 2013 90,838 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise damage to nearside rear body

Pass 14 Dec 2012 78,734 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Dec 2012 78,733 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Dec 2011 65,516 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2011 65,516 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2010 53,397 miles

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

all tyres cracking slightly

front pads getting low & discs worn

rear inner pads look low

Pass 14 Dec 2009 41,982 miles

under tray fitted

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 PWX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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

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