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NM06 VLU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

240,583 mi
Last recorded240,583 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM06 VLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 240,583 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 240,581 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 240,111 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 239,971 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 239,838 miles

Offside Front door mirror damaged

all brake discs poor condition, corroded

exhaust system poor condition

heavy corrosion to suspension components

int fault in engine management system

Pass 11 May 2019 237,056 miles

Offside Front door mirror damaged

exhaust system poor condition

Pass 8 May 2018 234,426 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 231,451 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 229,392 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 229,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 May 2015 226,083 miles

both rear tyres slight runout/lumpy

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to suspension components

rear brakes sticking

Pass 9 May 2014 222,835 miles

corrosion to exhaust system

corrosion to suspension components

front brake discs poor condition

slight suspension knocks

Pass 3 May 2013 219,015 miles

corrosion to all brake discs

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to suspension components

front wiper blades poor condition

rear brakes sticking slightly

slight runout to n/s/r tyre

Pass 9 May 2012 214,689 miles

front brake discs poor condition.

front number plate cracked.

rear brake discs poor condition.

rear brake pads wearing very low.

rear number plate faded.

slight wear suspension bushes.

Fail 9 May 2012 214,689 miles

Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

coolant level low.

front brake discs poor condition.

front number plate cracked.

rear brake discs poor condition.

rear brake pads wearing very low.

rear number plate faded.

slight wear suspension bushes.

Pass 19 May 2011 186,980 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 186,980 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 151,868 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 151,868 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 111,495 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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NM06 VLU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 NM06 VLU, 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 NM06 VLU registered?

NM06 VLU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 July 2006.

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