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OE55 OBK

2005 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

97,069 mi
Last recorded97,069 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta80,460 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 97,069 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 96,962 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2021 91,159 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 90,688 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Dec 2019 85,165 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2019 84,087 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 76,703 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 76,703 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 69,558 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 63,111 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 56,409 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 51,099 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 51,099 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 48,433 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 44,430 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 36,829 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 30,676 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 22,625 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jan 2009 16,486 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 OBK is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 OE55 OBK, 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 OBK registered?

OE55 OBK is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is OE55 OBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE55 OBK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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