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MC55 EKM

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

173,450 mi
Last recorded173,450 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC55 EKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 173,450 miles

rear discs slightly worn

Pass 20 Mar 2017 164,981 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 154,959 miles

Offside Front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach ply or cord

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 2 Apr 2015 145,264 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 145,060 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 144,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 134,016 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 134,016 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2013 123,270 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 123,270 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 114,291 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 114,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 103,032 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 91,578 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 91,578 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 76,604 miles

rear no plate delaminating

Fail 22 Jan 2009 76,604 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

rear no plate delaminating

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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MC55 EKM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 MC55 EKM, 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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MC55 EKM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 13 February 2006.

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