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TAM 16S

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

77,223 mi
Last recorded77,223 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAM 16S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 77,223 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 75,361 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 72,866 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 71,346 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2022 71,346 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 69,641 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 68,519 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 4 May 2020 68,519 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 63,097 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 59,199 miles

Offside Rear tyre siditley crack.

Fail 12 Apr 2018 59,156 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2017 54,330 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 50,718 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 49,772 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 49,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 48,047 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 May 2014 48,047 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 May 2013 45,040 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 41,017 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 41,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2011 35,586 miles

Advise front wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 23 Apr 2010 29,988 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 23,932 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 23,932 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)

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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TAM 16S is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 TAM 16S, 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 TAM 16S registered?

TAM 16S is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 May 2006.

Is TAM 16S safe to buy?

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