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OV06 VYM

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

156,111 mi
Last recorded156,111 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV06 VYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 156,111 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 156,111 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 154,201 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 151,865 miles

Central Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 149,457 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 149,445 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 145,759 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 11 Feb 2018 145,727 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded under rear door (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under drivers door (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under rear door (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also bald on inner edge and nailed (4.1.E.1)

front windscreen wipers smearing

oil leaks

Pass 21 Feb 2017 141,181 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 117,358 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 117,358 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 84,571 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 27 May 2014 84,569 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 126,074 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 113,891 miles

esp light on

Fail 9 May 2013 113,891 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

esp light on

Pass 16 May 2012 103,908 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 May 2012 103,908 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2011 86,603 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 86,603 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 66,636 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 48,433 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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OV06 VYM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 OV06 VYM, 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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OV06 VYM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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