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ET06 DPU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

190,315 mi
Last recorded190,315 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 DPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 190,315 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 169,977 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 169,977 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 166,958 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Offside Front All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Nearside Front part off steering or suspension has slight undetectable play

TPMS light on (pressure loss)

centre caps fitted wheel retainers not checked

engine covers and undertrays fitted

exhaust corroded

front and rear tyres uneven wear

front tyres bald inside edge

rear tyres wearing low inside edge

Pass 27 Jan 2018 151,005 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 133,241 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 114,630 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)

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

number plate illumination dimmer on one side

Pass 31 Jan 2015 94,885 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 86,194 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 72,235 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 69,664 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 59,170 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 47,261 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 35,916 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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ET06 DPU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ET06 DPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET06 DPU registered?

ET06 DPU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 July 2006.

Is ET06 DPU safe to buy?

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