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BB06 EAB

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

149,154 mi
Last recorded149,154 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB06 EAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 149,154 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 133,419 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 131,302 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 116,748 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 107,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4mm 225/45/17, tyre cracked & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 104,089 miles

Front STONE CHIP DRIVERS SIDE NOT AFFECTING DRIVERS VIEW

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH ANTI ROLL BAR BUSHES SHOWING SIGNS OF CRACKING IN THE RUBBERS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 101,999 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 98,681 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 98,680 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 95,233 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 91,078 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 91,077 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 83,353 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 76,516 miles

offside rear tyre ........ 3mm tread depth

Pass 5 Jun 2013 69,630 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 62,936 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 56,192 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 44,992 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 36,007 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 36,007 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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BB06 EAB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 BB06 EAB, 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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BB06 EAB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 16 June 2006.

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