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VN56 AFY

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

158,360 mi
Last recorded158,360 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 AFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 158,360 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Nov 2016 138,038 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 138,030 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 134,243 miles

Slight play steering rack inner joints

Under covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of all components

Fail 4 Feb 2016 134,243 miles

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

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

Slight play steering rack inner joints

Under covers fitted not allowing a full inspection of all components

Pass 10 Feb 2015 127,444 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 118,713 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 109,998 miles

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

Nearside rear Bump Stop Split

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

Offside Rear Bump Stop Split

Pass 18 Jan 2012 87,825 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 87,819 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 59,422 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 59,034 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 45,181 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 AFY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VN56 AFY, 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 AFY registered?

VN56 AFY is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is VN56 AFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN56 AFY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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