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FY56 GSZ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,328 mi
Last recorded166,328 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 GSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2020 166,328 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 159,121 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 159,066 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 147,702 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 136,260 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 136,260 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure internal reflector (1.7.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 125,963 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 125,963 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 117,254 miles

front number plate cracked.

Fail 11 Oct 2014 117,254 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

front number plate cracked.

Pass 15 Oct 2013 105,587 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 94,451 miles

front inner disc faces corroding

oil leak contaminating aux belt

Pass 29 Oct 2011 83,026 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 71,583 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 69,666 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside rear shocker outter case insucre

Pass 16 Aug 2010 69,666 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear shocker outter case insucre

Pass 11 Aug 2009 51,581 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 51,581 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FY56 GSZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FY56 GSZ, 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 FY56 GSZ registered?

FY56 GSZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is FY56 GSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 GSZ shows 18 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.

Does FY56 GSZ have outstanding finance?

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