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BJ56 FHS

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

194,834 mi
Last recorded194,834 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ56 FHS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2016 194,834 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 170,827 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 159,150 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 154,055 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 147,500 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 140,171 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 110,641 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2010 110,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 83,132 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BJ56 FHS is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ56 FHS, 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 BJ56 FHS registered?

BJ56 FHS is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 October 2006.

Is BJ56 FHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ56 FHS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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