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RA06 PXR

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

126,028 mi
Last recorded126,028 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA06 PXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2020 126,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 119,167 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 119,164 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 114,597 miles

ALL 4 TYRES WEARING INNER EDGES

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING INNER SIDEWALLS

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR BUSHES (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2018 114,597 miles

ALL 4 TYRES WEARING INNER EDGES

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING INNER SIDEWALLS

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR BUSHES (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 110,101 miles

engine managemant light on

Fail 10 Jan 2017 110,092 miles

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

engine managemant light on

Pass 14 Jan 2016 104,326 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 96,415 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2014 86,412 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 76,692 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 76,692 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)

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 67,840 miles

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

underbody coverd

Pass 6 Oct 2010 56,523 miles

Nearside front tyre inner sidewall perished/cracked (225/45W17)

Nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside front tyre inner and outer sidewall perished/cracked (225/45W17)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 45,204 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 45,204 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)

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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RA06 PXR is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RA06 PXR, 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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What year was RA06 PXR registered?

RA06 PXR is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is RA06 PXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA06 PXR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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