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RJ56 DRZ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

176,978 mi
Last recorded176,978 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 DRZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2019 176,978 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 159,969 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 130,853 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 117,633 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 110,013 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 110,013 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)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 103,114 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 103,114 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 87,144 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 71,344 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 71,344 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 59,836 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 49,401 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 39,260 miles

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

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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RJ56 DRZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RJ56 DRZ, 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 RJ56 DRZ registered?

RJ56 DRZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is RJ56 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 DRZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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