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VN06 PVD

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,958 mi
Last recorded176,958 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN06 PVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 176,958 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 176,907 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear shock absorber appears to have had a previous leak, not leaking at time of test - advise replacement

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s intercooler pipe loose

Pass 6 Jul 2015 158,073 miles

All tyres wearing on inner edge

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 158,073 miles

All tyres wearing on inner edge

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 131,402 miles

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

Subframe bolt ground off by car being lowered

Rear tyres streched very wide

Fail 29 May 2014 131,402 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

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

Subframe bolt ground off by car being lowered

Rear tyres streched very wide

Pass 23 May 2013 117,300 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise near side front tyre side wall damage

Pass 31 May 2012 99,515 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 81,800 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 67,956 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 49,599 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 49,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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VN06 PVD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VN06 PVD, 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 VN06 PVD registered?

VN06 PVD is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 22 May 2006.

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