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MK56 XYH

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,615 mi
Last recorded91,615 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK56 XYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 91,615 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 88,373 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 85,031 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2024 85,024 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner - Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 83,317 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2023 83,317 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 80,403 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 80,403 miles

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

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

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 76,926 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 74,554 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 71,001 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 65,380 miles

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

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

both rear tyres have worn step tread.

Fail 5 Sep 2018 65,376 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

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

both rear tyres have worn step tread.

Pass 4 Sep 2017 59,177 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 59,177 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 53,111 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 53,111 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 44,869 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 38,749 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pad warning light on

Pass 29 Aug 2013 32,255 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 27,928 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 22,811 miles

nsr tyre deteriorating/cracking slightly

Pass 25 Aug 2010 18,459 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 14,207 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 XYH is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc 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 MK56 XYH, 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 XYH registered?

MK56 XYH is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 2 September 2006.

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