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GJ56 GGO

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

85,502 mi
Last recorded85,502 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 GGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2025 85,502 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 83,520 miles

undertrays fitted at the time of testing

Pass 15 Sep 2023 80,975 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 77,518 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 77,518 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 72,838 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 69,259 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 64,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 59,389 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 54,877 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 48,754 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 44,288 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 39,825 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 35,764 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 32,469 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,647 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 24,286 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 17,662 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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GJ56 GGO is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 GJ56 GGO, 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 GJ56 GGO registered?

GJ56 GGO is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GJ56 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ56 GGO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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