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PJ06 TSY

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

137,229 mi
Last recorded137,229 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ06 TSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 137,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cover starting to get in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack gaiter area (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cover starting to get in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 May 2019 137,229 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cover starting to get in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack gaiter area (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens cover starting to get in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 123,606 miles

High level brake light not working

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very low 225.45.17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake disc and pads have sign of over heating

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on its inner tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2017 109,564 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 May 2017 109,191 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 102,195 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 102,007 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement park brake lever (3.5.1k)

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 May 2015 92,610 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear brake disc and pads showing signs of overheating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 May 2015 92,610 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear brake disc and pads showing signs of overheating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2014 81,383 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 81,383 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 68,881 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 68,881 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 12 Apr 2012 61,682 miles

both rear tyres showing wear and cracks in tread

Pass 10 May 2011 57,344 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres showing wear

both rear tyres have slight cracks in tread

Pass 20 May 2010 49,765 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 37,546 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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PJ06 TSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 PJ06 TSY, 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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PJ06 TSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 May 2006.

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