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FV56 FWO

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

154,971 mi
Last recorded154,971 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 FWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 154,971 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2024 154,951 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 138,237 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 138,104 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre section sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre section sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2022 132,497 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

Pass 24 Nov 2021 127,536 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 122,950 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 122,950 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 111,592 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 111,592 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 104,039 miles

Nearside Front anti roll bar linkage balljoint rubber split

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 93,891 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Oct 2016 86,029 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 12 Oct 2016 85,997 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Oct 2015 78,582 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front wipers poor

nearside front tyre perished

Fail 14 Oct 2015 78,582 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front wipers poor

nearside front tyre perished

slight damage nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2014 71,502 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 71,502 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 65,518 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 58,474 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 58,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 47,528 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 31,068 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Oct 2009 17,585 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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FV56 FWO is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV56 FWO, 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 FV56 FWO registered?

FV56 FWO is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is FV56 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 FWO shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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