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AK56 UUW

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,222 mi
Last recorded129,222 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 UUW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 129,222 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside front body damaged

Fail 10 Dec 2020 129,222 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside front body damaged

Pass 7 Jun 2019 107,481 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 82,115 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 80,832 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 76,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 72,141 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 72,141 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 67,477 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 63,997 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 60,979 miles

nearside front brake pad sensor wire broken

Pass 21 Dec 2010 50,142 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 41,752 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 41,752 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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AK56 UUW 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 78.6%.

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 AK56 UUW, 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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AK56 UUW is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 November 2006.

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