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FE06 XTN

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,943 mi
Last recorded138,943 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE06 XTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2025 138,943 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2025 138,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 133,229 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2023

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Jun 2023

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 123,101 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 112,300 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 108,865 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 7 Dec 2019 103,852 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs rusty on inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 95,581 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 90,935 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 85,312 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 79,501 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

front brake discs rusty

Fail 3 Dec 2015 79,501 miles

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

exhaust system deteriorated

front brake discs rusty

Pass 11 Nov 2014 77,187 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 72,026 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2013 64,123 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 55,544 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 46,534 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 35,915 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 35,915 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 26,262 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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FE06 XTN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FE06 XTN, 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 FE06 XTN registered?

FE06 XTN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 14 March 2006.

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The MOT history for FE06 XTN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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