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GL06 EXZ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

286,181 mi
Last recorded286,181 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 EXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 286,181 miles

Front engine covers fitted top and bottom

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 10 Sep 2019 273,730 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front engine covers fitted top and bottom

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 10 Sep 2019 273,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front engine covers fitted top and bottom

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 25 Sep 2018 259,192 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 6 Oct 2017 233,921 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wall cut but not enough to reach cords.

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

engine management light stays on.

under trays fitted.

Fail 6 Oct 2017 233,921 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre wall cut but not enough to reach cords.

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

engine management light stays on.

under trays fitted.

Pass 1 Oct 2016 204,691 miles

engine covers fitted.

engine management light stays on.

tow bar not fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 7 Oct 2015 187,115 miles

Front covers top and bottom fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Rear no tow bar fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2015 187,115 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Front covers top and bottom fitted

Front engine mangemant light on

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear no tow bar fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2014 141,415 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Nov 2012 104,999 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Aug 2011 70,253 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

offside rear tyre has uneven tread wear

Pass 23 Aug 2011 70,253 miles

offside rear tyre has uneven tread wear

Pass 21 Jul 2010 40,828 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 28,680 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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GL06 EXZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GL06 EXZ, 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 GL06 EXZ registered?

GL06 EXZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 July 2006.

Is GL06 EXZ safe to buy?

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