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RJ56 FEO

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

115,216 mi
Last recorded115,216 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 FEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 115,216 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 112,572 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 109,704 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 106,297 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 100,518 miles

n/s/r brake binding

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 2 Dec 2020 97,242 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 93,337 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 86,525 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 80,238 miles

front tyres getting low

Pass 7 Dec 2016 72,677 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 64,855 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 57,986 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 49,403 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)

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 3 Dec 2012 40,503 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 35,927 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 35,927 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

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

Handbrake cables in poor condition

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 30,605 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 24,993 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 FEO is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 FEO, 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 RJ56 FEO registered?

RJ56 FEO is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is RJ56 FEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 FEO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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