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NU06 VEK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,045 mi
Last recorded94,045 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU06 VEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 94,045 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 94,038 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 85,923 miles

Nearside Front AND OFF SIDE FRONT HEADLIGHT LENS FADED AND DETERIORATED

Pass 27 Mar 2018 81,216 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 76,177 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

lower engine cover fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

plastic under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 31 Mar 2017 76,177 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

lower engine cover fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

plastic under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 30 Mar 2016 69,642 miles

Nearside Front Upper anti roll bar drop link boot starting to deteriorate

Offside Rear suspension coil spring corroded

engine oil level low

lower engine cover fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

plastic under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Sep 2014 58,274 miles

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

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

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

child seats fitted to rear unable to fully inspect adult belts

plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

removed obstruction from drivers view prior to test

Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,378 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 45,613 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 40,349 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 34,814 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 29,563 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 23,038 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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NU06 VEK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NU06 VEK, 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 NU06 VEK registered?

NU06 VEK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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