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RJ06 TXU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,196 mi
Last recorded94,196 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 TXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 94,196 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 93,675 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 93,282 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2022 93,282 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 91,216 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 83,667 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front smaller bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both headlight lenses are deterioated

Fail 24 Aug 2020 83,665 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front smaller bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both headlight lenses are deterioated

Pass 12 Apr 2019 79,376 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 76,822 miles

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

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

Offside 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 Apr 2017 70,768 miles

Front headlamps frosting

Offside Front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 28 Jul 2016 68,818 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 68,818 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 65,495 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 62,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2013 58,640 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 58,640 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 53,479 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 47,409 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Jul 2010 41,984 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 13 Jul 2009 33,649 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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RJ06 TXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RJ06 TXU, 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 RJ06 TXU registered?

RJ06 TXU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is RJ06 TXU safe to buy?

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