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OE55 MZW

2005 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

129,510 mi
Last recorded129,510 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta80,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE55 MZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 129,510 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 123,646 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 116,807 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 110,154 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 103,097 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 102,925 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 87,924 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 76,287 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 63,706 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 26,220 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 26,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 23,870 miles

slight surface cracking to o/s front tyre

Pass 2 Jan 2013 21,815 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2011 19,511 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 17,103 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 14,872 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 12,454 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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OE55 MZW is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 80,460 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 OE55 MZW, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE55 MZW registered?

OE55 MZW is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is OE55 MZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE55 MZW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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