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SV56 JSY

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

196,768 mi
Last recorded196,768 miles
Recorded on31 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 JSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2026 196,768 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 196,688 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 188,681 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 180,575 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 172,885 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 169,971 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 162,992 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 138,467 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 133,751 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 133,692 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 133,638 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 123,188 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 99,916 miles

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

Parking Brake only just passing brake efficiencys 16%

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2014 94,028 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 87,888 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Sep 2013 87,888 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 73,566 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 56,108 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 45,881 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,484 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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SV56 JSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SV56 JSY, 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 SV56 JSY registered?

SV56 JSY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SV56 JSY safe to buy?

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