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FP06 VFB

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

293,130 mi
Last recorded293,130 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 VFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 293,130 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 267,641 miles

both front lower arms rear bushes deteriorated

both headlamp covers deteriorated

Fail 7 Dec 2016 267,636 miles

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

both front lower arms rear bushes deteriorated

both headlamp covers deteriorated

Pass 15 Dec 2015 229,837 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 212,876 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 14 May 2015 212,856 miles

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 May 2014 175,684 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 16 May 2014 175,680 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2013 141,481 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 104,383 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2011 80,321 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 67,405 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 50,347 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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FP06 VFB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FP06 VFB, 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 FP06 VFB registered?

FP06 VFB is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 June 2006.

Is FP06 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP06 VFB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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