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MC56 HPK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,501 mi
Last recorded184,501 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC56 HPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 184,501 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 184,500 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement handbrake linkage (1.1.15 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear handbrake effort low

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 175,115 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 168,052 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 167,332 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 159,367 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 149,114 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 148,988 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 135,494 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 124,325 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2020 124,320 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 115,301 miles

Offside Front strut top bearing

Pass 7 Feb 2018 102,603 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 90,166 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 90,034 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 79,290 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 69,383 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 58,947 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 58,071 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 58,071 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 50,664 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 40,519 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Dec 2010 30,950 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 21,295 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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MC56 HPK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MC56 HPK, 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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MC56 HPK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 December 2006.

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