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SL06 VAJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

198,739 mi
Last recorded198,739 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL06 VAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2019 198,739 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 193,580 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 185,859 miles

reset air bag light

Fail 21 Mar 2018 185,855 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

reset air bag light

Pass 6 Mar 2017 165,287 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 165,287 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 146,988 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 146,988 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 133,552 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 122,153 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 107,435 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 107,435 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 93,627 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 78,442 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 63,874 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 45,502 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 VAJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 SL06 VAJ, 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 SL06 VAJ registered?

SL06 VAJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is SL06 VAJ safe to buy?

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