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LB56 GYT

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

185,370 mi
Last recorded185,370 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 GYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 185,370 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2024 185,370 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2023 158,273 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 153,084 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides have edge wear and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

windscreen washers low flow but adequate

Pass 9 Jul 2021 149,483 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both also worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine light on

Pass 16 Jul 2020 147,453 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 147,452 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner clip broken (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges bald 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 141,242 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 124,751 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 124,750 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bald 205/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge bald 205/55r16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 109,264 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 92,477 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 92,477 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Nail In Tyre

Pass 29 Apr 2014 86,771 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 86,755 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 76,113 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 62,213 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 50,796 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 39,143 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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LB56 GYT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LB56 GYT, 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 LB56 GYT registered?

LB56 GYT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 November 2006.

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