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RJ56 JFK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

146,633 mi
Last recorded146,633 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 JFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015 146,633 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 120,418 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2014 120,415 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 92,321 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2013 92,318 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 87,002 miles

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel. rear brake pads wearing thin. n/s/f tyre wearing thin on outer edge. front/rear discs slight wear.

Fail 14 Sep 2012 87,002 miles

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel. rear brake pads wearing thin. n/s/f tyre wearing thin on outer edge. front/rear discs slight wear.

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 172,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 172,313 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 154,081 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 136,092 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 121,102 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 90,084 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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RJ56 JFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RJ56 JFK, 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 JFK registered?

RJ56 JFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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