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AK06 BKJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

333,259 mi
Last recorded333,259 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 BKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 333,259 miles

Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 328,695 miles

o/s steering arm has slight play.

Fail 6 Apr 2016 328,651 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s steering arm has slight play.

Pass 14 Apr 2015 319,885 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 276,889 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 223,890 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 162,519 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 Mar 2011 104,162 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 44,602 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 44,589 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 44,589 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 33,639 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)

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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AK06 BKJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK06 BKJ, 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 AK06 BKJ registered?

AK06 BKJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is AK06 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK06 BKJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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