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SG56 XZP

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

129,717 mi
Last recorded129,717 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 XZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 129,717 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2020 129,672 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 30 May 2019 109,909 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 105,736 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 36,644 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 36,644 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 98,573 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 90,494 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 82,500 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 82,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2014 75,634 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 May 2013 68,645 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2013 68,645 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 54,863 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 4 May 2012 54,863 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Apr 2011 40,841 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 40,841 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2010 33,766 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 27,787 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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SG56 XZP is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SG56 XZP, 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 SG56 XZP registered?

SG56 XZP is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 12 September 2006.

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The MOT history for SG56 XZP shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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