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AK56 YBF

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,086 mi
Last recorded153,086 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 YBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 153,086 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 150,176 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 147,793 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 144,638 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 110,054 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 96,963 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 83,778 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 74,836 miles

all brake discs corroded and pitted

head lamp aims blurred

nearside rear tyre in poor condition

offside rear service brake has slight fluctuation

offside rear tyre in poor condition

Fail 19 Apr 2016 74,836 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all brake discs corroded and pitted

head lamp aims blurred

nearside rear tyre in poor condition

offside rear service brake has slight fluctuation

offside rear tyre in poor condition

Pass 10 Apr 2015 74,379 miles

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

both rear tyres outer edge start to perish

front brake discs excessively pitted

rear brake discs excessively pitted

Pass 24 Mar 2014 70,098 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 70,098 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 67,818 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 58,505 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2011 55,380 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 51,763 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 YBF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YBF, 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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What year was AK56 YBF registered?

AK56 YBF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is AK56 YBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 YBF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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