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ML56 SZN

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

181,237 mi
Last recorded181,237 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 SZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 181,237 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 181,237 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 158,184 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 140,855 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 124,604 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 102,802 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 79,940 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 58,491 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2011 51,985 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 12 Dec 2011 51,985 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 2 Jul 2011 42,849 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 36,354 miles

unable to inspect vehicle fully due to bodycovers

Fail 26 Oct 2010 36,354 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

unable to inspect vehicle fully due to bodycovers

Pass 14 Oct 2009 26,731 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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ML56 SZN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ML56 SZN, 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 ML56 SZN registered?

ML56 SZN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 24 October 2006.

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