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SM06 JCY

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,314 mi
Last recorded126,314 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 JCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2023 126,314 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 116,227 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 111,493 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 110,094 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2020 110,094 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 108,433 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 106,532 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2018 106,532 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear bush (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on dash

Pass 20 Mar 2017 104,734 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2017 104,704 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2016 102,892 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 102,892 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 100,965 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Mar 2015 100,694 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front brake slightly binding

n/s rear brake slightly binding

unable to fully check n/s front wheel bearing

unable to fully check n/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 10 Mar 2014 98,869 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Mar 2013 92,861 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover missing from o/s/r shock absorber

Pass 13 Mar 2012 82,150 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 69,552 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 56,816 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 40,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all tyres 2m edges + n/s/r uneven wear damage n/s/r bumper skirt

Pass 9 Apr 2009 40,698 miles

all tyres 2m edges + n/s/r uneven wear damage n/s/r bumper skirt

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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SM06 JCY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SM06 JCY, 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 SM06 JCY registered?

SM06 JCY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 April 2006.

Is SM06 JCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM06 JCY shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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