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LT56 PCU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

107,040 mi
Last recorded107,040 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 PCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 107,040 miles

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

n/s rear tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 4 Nov 2025 107,039 miles

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

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

n/s rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2024 101,379 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2024 101,259 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2023 94,742 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2023 94,560 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 89,381 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2022 89,289 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 82,479 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 82,373 miles

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

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

rear tyres bald on inner edges o/s close to exposing cords

Pass 3 Nov 2020 77,746 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 77,743 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 70,978 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 70,978 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 68,814 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 68,814 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 57,702 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 43,694 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 41,061 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 41,061 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 37,614 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 37,614 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 32,780 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 24,533 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 24,533 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 17,319 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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LT56 PCU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 LT56 PCU, 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 LT56 PCU registered?

LT56 PCU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 9 September 2006.

Is LT56 PCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT56 PCU shows 26 tests with a 57.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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