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RE56 VZK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

156,405 mi
Last recorded156,405 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 VZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 156,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 145,440 miles

headlight lenses slightly cloudy

Pass 4 Jan 2019 137,246 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2019 137,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 128,129 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 117,792 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 117,792 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)

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 107,249 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 94,997 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Fail 12 Dec 2014 94,997 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2013 84,793 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Dec 2013 84,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front 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 24 Dec 2012 73,424 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2011 63,490 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 31 Dec 2011 63,490 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 52,218 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 52,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 34,240 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 34,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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RE56 VZK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 RE56 VZK, 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 RE56 VZK registered?

RE56 VZK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is RE56 VZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE56 VZK shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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