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RA06 PXU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

130,843 mi
Last recorded130,843 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA06 PXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 130,843 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 126,602 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 126,602 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 122,059 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 103,443 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 103,440 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2020 86,784 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 82,019 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 82,007 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 77,032 miles

engine management lamp illuminated

front brake discs corroded

Fail 26 Mar 2018 77,032 miles

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

engine management lamp illuminated

front brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Mar 2017 72,151 miles

engine management lamp illuminated

Fail 30 Mar 2017 72,151 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine management lamp illuminated

Pass 1 Apr 2016 66,404 miles

front brake discs corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2015 61,019 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 58,002 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 52,911 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jul 2012 47,902 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 47,902 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Jul 2011 41,393 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 34,894 miles

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)

rear tyres worn uneven

Pass 24 Jul 2009 28,401 miles

Rear tyres slightly out of shape

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 PXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RA06 PXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA06 PXU registered?

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

Is RA06 PXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA06 PXU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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