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UNZ 8517

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

170,065 mi
Last recorded170,065 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNZ 8517
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 170,065 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 160,515 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 136,785 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 117,681 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 47,981 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 42,813 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both rear tyres cracks on tread

Pass 12 Sep 2012 35,933 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 29,451 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 29,417 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 24,376 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 19,744 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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UNZ 8517 is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 UNZ 8517, 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

How do I check the history of UNZ 8517?

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What year was UNZ 8517 registered?

UNZ 8517 is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 8 September 2006.

Is UNZ 8517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNZ 8517 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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