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RN55 SVD

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,160 mi
Last recorded145,160 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN55 SVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 145,160 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 208,124 miles

windscreen has small damage outside drivers view of the road

Pass 13 Sep 2013 200,035 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 189,312 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 169,467 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 169,467 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre damaged outer wall worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Aug 2010 136,312 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

front discs worn

offside rear inner wing lining rubbing slightly on tyre

Fail 7 Aug 2010 136,312 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

front discs worn

offside rear inner wing lining rubbing slightly on tyre

Pass 17 Aug 2009 110,227 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 109,732 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 79,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside rear tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 19 Aug 2008 79,810 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 28 Aug 2007 44,614 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 11,046 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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RN55 SVD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 RN55 SVD, 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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RN55 SVD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 February 2006.

Is RN55 SVD safe to buy?

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