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RJ56 OHT

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

199,611 mi
Last recorded199,611 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 OHT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 199,611 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 199,611 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 171,989 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 171,989 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 156,750 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 156,714 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link upper boot (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing x1 (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 149,949 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 141,415 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2013 123,189 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

nearside rear tyre is worn on the inner edge and deterioated

Fail 29 May 2013 123,187 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

nearside rear tyre is worn on the inner edge and deterioated

Pass 23 Jun 2012 108,820 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2011 91,787 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 75,706 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 64,423 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 64,423 miles

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

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 OHT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OHT, 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 OHT registered?

RJ56 OHT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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