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SL06 PLX

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

108,882 mi
Last recorded108,882 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL06 PLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 108,882 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 108,619 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 108,590 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 104,255 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 104,255 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 98,458 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop deteriorating

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 92,582 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement main arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake has very slight bind

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' minor (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2016 85,939 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Nearside rear suspension bump stop slightly deteriorated

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 80,612 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2014 75,539 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 69,736 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 64,759 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 3 May 2011 58,049 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 51,191 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 May 2010 51,191 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 48,683 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 40,341 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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SL06 PLX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SL06 PLX, 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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SL06 PLX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 20 March 2006.

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