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MK56 ERJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,305 mi
Last recorded87,305 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 ERJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 87,305 miles

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

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

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

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

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

all brake pipes greased.

engine management fault light active.

Pass 23 Oct 2017 82,316 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 72,146 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 50,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 50,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working dip beam (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 32,808 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 31,732 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 28,965 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 24,425 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 20,125 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 14,692 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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MK56 ERJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MK56 ERJ, 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 MK56 ERJ registered?

MK56 ERJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is MK56 ERJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK56 ERJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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