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VO56 SYF

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,965 mi
Last recorded159,965 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO56 SYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 159,965 miles

Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system corroding

front bumper loose at offside

Pass 23 Jun 2015 130,165 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 124,481 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 124,481 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 89,059 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Oil level low.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear bumper insecure

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 75,589 miles

Oil leak

damage to nearside front tyre inner sidewall

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge.unable to prove tread was cut as deep when new

steering rack damp

Pass 3 Sep 2010 65,560 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Underside of engine oily.

Pass 25 Sep 2009 57,107 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in O/S/R tyre tread

O/S/R bumper damaged but no sharp edges and is secure

O/S/R light lens broken but not showing white light and still secure

Oil leak from engine O/S/F Has gone over suspension and driveshaft Cv gaitor Cleaned off CV gaitor not leaking advise getting cleaned off with jet wash

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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VO56 SYF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VO56 SYF, 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 VO56 SYF registered?

VO56 SYF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 October 2006.

Is VO56 SYF safe to buy?

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