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ML56 TAU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

167,804 mi
Last recorded167,804 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 TAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2020 167,804 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 18 Jan 2020 167,804 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 19 Jan 2019 146,264 miles

front discs and pads wearing thin and low- rear brakes just in limit- rear tyres just on limit- exaust corroded- rear springs corroded- wish bone bushs an ball joints perishing an slight play

oil leak- clutch weak an slipping- top struts slight lift and play-

Pass 26 Jan 2018 133,239 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2017 131,782 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 124,793 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 114,870 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 108,953 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 98,176 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 83,513 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 69,354 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 50,942 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 36,652 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 TAU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ML56 TAU, 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 TAU registered?

ML56 TAU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is ML56 TAU safe to buy?

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