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FD56 GRF

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

195,577 mi
Last recorded195,577 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 GRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 195,577 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2025 195,577 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2024 184,367 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 172,113 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2023 172,113 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 164,970 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2022 164,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 150,813 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 137,497 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 137,497 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 125,353 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 125,353 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 118,978 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 109,569 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 101,756 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 93,783 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 87,483 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 78,691 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 70,533 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 62,933 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 51,719 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 41,922 miles

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

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

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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FD56 GRF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FD56 GRF, 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 FD56 GRF registered?

FD56 GRF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 28 November 2006.

Is FD56 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD56 GRF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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