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VK56 OKM

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

185,247 mi
Last recorded185,247 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK56 OKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 185,247 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 154,407 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray present

Fail 1 Feb 2021 154,407 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertray present

Pass 20 Jul 2019 147,280 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

parking brake lever has slight travel

Pass 26 Jul 2018 142,591 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 142,590 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 136,100 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 130,316 miles

oil warning light cannot check because of bonnet

Fail 25 May 2016 130,315 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective cannot open to check items under bonnet (8.4.2)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high cannot open bonnet to adjust (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high cannot open bonnet to adjust (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

oil warning light cannot check because of bonnet

Pass 2 Jun 2015 123,164 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jun 2015 123,164 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 115,421 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 110,720 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 104,239 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 81,896 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 81,896 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 66,445 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 66,132 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 57,249 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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VK56 OKM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 VK56 OKM, 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 VK56 OKM registered?

VK56 OKM is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 October 2006.

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