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VN56 GUG

2006 Chrysler-jeep Commander

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

225,015 mi
Last recorded225,015 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 Chrysler-jeep Commander85,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 GUG
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelCommander
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 225,015 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 224,999 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (Also tow bar structure) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (Also tow bar structure) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both VERY dull (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 209,690 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2022 209,370 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

all brake hose ferules corroded

Pass 8 Jan 2022 112,483 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 100,710 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 100,707 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 91,119 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear floor pans corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2018 89,589 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

fuel tank wet but no leak detected [diesel ]

Pass 20 Nov 2017 81,705 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2017 81,705 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 72,543 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

n/s/f tyre outer side wall worn

o/s hand brake outer cable damaged

Pass 9 Nov 2015 64,296 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2015 162,257 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 54,006 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 54,006 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2013 45,881 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 37,555 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 37,287 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 27,358 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2010 16,640 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 15,959 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Commander?

Based on 10,052 MOT tests across 653 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
6,602
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
653
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 225
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 141
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 131
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 129
Registration plate lamp not working 117
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VN56 GUG is a 2006 Chrysler-jeep Commander in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2006 Chrysler-jeep Commander models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 85,488 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 Chrysler-jeep Commander fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 225 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VN56 GUG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Commander typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Commander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VN56 GUG is a 2006 Chrysler-jeep Commander, first registered on 1 November 2006.

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