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VU56 MVZ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

125,861 mi
Last recorded125,861 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 MVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 125,861 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 107,490 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 105,880 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2022 105,880 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 104,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 103,273 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 101,745 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 99,122 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 95,502 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 92,217 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre has several small cuts on outer wall

Fail 7 Nov 2016 92,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on the outer wall and has a nail (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear one (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front tyre slight wearing out on both edges (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre has several small cuts on outer wall

Pass 10 Nov 2015 88,790 miles

Nearside Front Outer Cv gaiter perished

Pass 5 Dec 2014 85,310 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 80,410 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 67,187 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 67,187 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 57,596 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 48,090 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 48,090 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 39,776 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 39,776 miles

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

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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VU56 MVZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VU56 MVZ, 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

How do I check the history of VU56 MVZ?

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What year was VU56 MVZ registered?

VU56 MVZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is VU56 MVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU56 MVZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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