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SV56 VAD

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

169,518 mi
Last recorded169,518 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 VAD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 169,518 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 169,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 161,916 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (2.5mm) (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (3.0mm) (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 150,209 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 134,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Oct 2013 120,465 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 120,247 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 109,904 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet safety catch sticking

both front tyres getting quite worn

front tyres look to be wearing on edges

Fail 22 Oct 2011 98,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front brake discs inner surfaces rusty/pitted around edges

Pass 22 Oct 2011 98,400 miles

both front brake discs inner surfaces rusty/pitted around edges

Pass 28 Oct 2010 85,583 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 60,467 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 60,467 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 VAD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SV56 VAD, 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 SV56 VAD registered?

SV56 VAD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is SV56 VAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV56 VAD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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