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RJ56 JPY

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

187,783 mi
Last recorded187,783 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 JPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 187,783 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 187,404 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 182,886 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 182,646 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 176,549 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 176,276 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 168,904 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2021 156,584 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 156,419 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019
Pass 5 Oct 2018 117,182 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 103,228 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 96,847 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 89,053 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 80,566 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 72,649 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 63,078 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 53,960 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 46,905 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 31,730 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 JPY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Red 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 RJ56 JPY, 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 JPY registered?

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

Is RJ56 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 JPY shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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