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AK55 XDL

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,885 mi
Last recorded140,885 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2013 140,885 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 134,914 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Feb 2012 134,209 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2011 106,593 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 78,676 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 55,980 miles

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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AK55 XDL is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 AK55 XDL, 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 AK55 XDL registered?

AK55 XDL is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is AK55 XDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 XDL shows 6 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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