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OE55 OBR

2005 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

164,035 mi
Last recorded164,035 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta80,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 164,035 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 159,022 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 159,001 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 152,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 133,810 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 114,159 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 90,442 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2012 89,925 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear bump stop are split

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Pass 2 Jul 2011 64,726 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 43,821 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 24,169 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 19,252 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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 OBR is a 2005 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OBR, 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 OBR registered?

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

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