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NV56 VDJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,433 mi
Last recorded142,433 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV56 VDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 142,433 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.53mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.47mm (5.2.3 (e))

just made handbrake requirement could do with service/adjustment

underbody corrosion not excessive

Pass 11 Dec 2023 130,255 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened plus lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 122,075 miles

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

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

child seat fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 12 Nov 2022 122,073 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2021 115,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tie bar bush cracking nsr and osr

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing corrosion

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2021 115,541 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tie bar bush cracking nsr and osr

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front wing corrosion

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 110,449 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under trays and engine covers fitted, obscuring certain components.

Pass 12 Dec 2019 108,006 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted, obscuring certain components.

Pass 11 Dec 2018 103,316 miles

UNDERBODY TRAYS AND ENGINE COVERS FITTED, OBSCURING CERTAIN COMPONENTS.

Pass 7 Dec 2017 98,611 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDERTRAYS FITTED, OBSCURING CERTAIN COMPONENTS.

Fail 7 Dec 2017 98,611 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDERTRAYS FITTED, OBSCURING CERTAIN COMPONENTS.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH FRONT. (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 95,450 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 91,368 miles

due to low emmisions ,no printout issued

Pass 14 Nov 2014 85,931 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 80,076 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 72,705 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 64,607 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 64,607 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

offside front inner brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 14 Dec 2010 57,122 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 43,971 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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NV56 VDJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NV56 VDJ, 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 NV56 VDJ registered?

NV56 VDJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 8 December 2006.

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