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SB06 USM

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

140,179 mi
Last recorded140,179 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB06 USM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 140,179 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 140,179 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 134,190 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 129,407 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 124,461 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 118,000 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 112,491 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 106,313 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 106,313 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 100,052 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 89,804 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 78,718 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 77,216 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 61,152 miles

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

srs warning light stays on

Fail 26 Apr 2011 61,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

srs warning light stays on

Pass 26 Feb 2010 51,640 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 51,425 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 51,425 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

advise both rear tyres tread cracking+ n/s/r tyre out of shape

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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SB06 USM 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 77.8%.

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 SB06 USM, 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 SB06 USM registered?

SB06 USM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 June 2006.

Is SB06 USM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB06 USM shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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