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DE56 VFM

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

138,862 mi
Last recorded138,862 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 VFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 138,862 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 138,861 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 132,489 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 132,489 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 129,100 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 129,100 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 123,346 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 123,346 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 119,761 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Nov 2016 119,761 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 116,556 miles

engine undertray secured

Fail 26 Nov 2015 116,556 miles

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

engine undertray secured

Pass 28 Nov 2014 114,498 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 114,498 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 112,898 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 107,674 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 103,269 miles

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)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 83,664 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 67,125 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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DE56 VFM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DE56 VFM, 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 DE56 VFM registered?

DE56 VFM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 15 November 2006.

Is DE56 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 VFM shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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