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GU06 CEK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,845 mi
Last recorded72,845 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU06 CEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 72,845 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jul 2026 72,845 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2025 69,070 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2025 69,070 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2024 65,576 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 65,576 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 60,676 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 55,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2022 55,076 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2021 50,190 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2021 50,190 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 44,743 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 44,739 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 36,323 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 32,488 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 29,032 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 27,244 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,429 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 21,780 miles

all 5 tyres are 9 years old...should be replaced

Fail 11 Feb 2013 19,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2013 19,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 27 Feb 2012 16,854 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 16,854 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 14,323 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 10,959 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 7,252 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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GU06 CEK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GU06 CEK, 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 GU06 CEK registered?

GU06 CEK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 March 2006.

Is GU06 CEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU06 CEK shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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