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VE56 EXL

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

134,590 mi
Last recorded134,590 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2015
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE56 EXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2015 134,590 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 134,548 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 125,724 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 122,928 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 113,307 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 103,927 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 11 Oct 2012 103,927 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2012 95,620 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 85,469 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 74,426 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 69,018 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 63,782 miles

Offside Rear 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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VE56 EXL is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VE56 EXL, 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 VE56 EXL?

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What year was VE56 EXL registered?

VE56 EXL is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is VE56 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 EXL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE56 EXL have outstanding finance?

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