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SX55 BLN

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

148,536 mi
Last recorded148,536 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX55 BLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 148,536 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 115,020 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 115,018 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2017 85,629 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 85,629 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 51,085 miles

Offside Rear shocker dust cover loose

Fail 21 Jan 2016 51,068 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Rear shocker dust cover loose

traction control light on

Pass 21 Jan 2015 31,644 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 30,050 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 28,064 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 28,064 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 24,951 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 23,065 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 20,536 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 17,585 miles

front tyres 3mm

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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SX55 BLN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SX55 BLN, 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 SX55 BLN registered?

SX55 BLN is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 23 January 2006.

Is SX55 BLN safe to buy?

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