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VN56 AFX

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

148,437 mi
Last recorded148,437 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 AFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 148,437 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2015 135,190 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 135,189 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 123,028 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 112,029 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 101,788 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Dec 2012 101,717 miles

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Dec 2011 91,259 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 91,259 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 78,011 miles

n/s/r tyre is slightly out of shape

o/s/f is slightly out of shape

Pass 25 Sep 2009 64,178 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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VN56 AFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 VN56 AFX, 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 VN56 AFX registered?

VN56 AFX is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is VN56 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN56 AFX 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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