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SM06 ZTU

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

183,013 mi
Last recorded183,013 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 ZTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 183,013 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 172,743 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2022 172,710 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 160,269 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 160,244 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 138,374 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 138,284 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 130,004 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 92,447 miles

Rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 17 Jun 2014 92,447 miles

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

Rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 17 Jun 2013 82,671 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 17 Jun 2013 82,671 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 27 Jun 2012 72,869 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 72,869 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 2 May 2011 58,184 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 2 May 2011 58,184 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 48,828 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs rusty faces

Pass 5 May 2009 37,447 miles

rear tyres perished

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 ZTU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 ZTU, 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 SM06 ZTU registered?

SM06 ZTU is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 24 June 2006.

Is SM06 ZTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM06 ZTU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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