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FD56 LMX

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,004 mi
Last recorded133,004 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 133,004 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms inner bushes slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 124,369 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 117,267 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive side of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2020 117,267 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive side of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 111,350 miles

windscreen stonechipped

Fail 5 Apr 2019 111,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

windscreen stonechipped

Pass 9 Apr 2018 106,788 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 99,771 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 89,055 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 84,755 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 75,634 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 65,252 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 56,272 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 45,156 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 38,508 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 29,960 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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FD56 LMX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LMX, 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 FD56 LMX registered?

FD56 LMX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is FD56 LMX safe to buy?

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