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VN06 VRT

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

201,048 mi
Last recorded201,048 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN06 VRT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 201,048 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 170,919 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 142,928 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 142,928 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 122,592 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 122,592 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 99,328 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 99,328 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 75,834 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2010 51,995 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 31,079 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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VN06 VRT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VRT, 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 VN06 VRT registered?

VN06 VRT is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 May 2006.

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The MOT history for VN06 VRT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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