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VU56 PVV

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

111,371 mi
Last recorded111,371 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 PVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 111,371 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 88,021 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 80,259 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 78,473 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 76,888 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 73,673 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 70,862 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2020

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2019 69,104 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 64,615 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 59,171 miles

Rear Tyre worn and stepped

Pass 31 Mar 2016 53,908 miles

Nearside mirror glass insecure

both front tyres bald on inner edge

both rear tyres out of shape

Pass 1 Apr 2015 46,978 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,080 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 33,188 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 24,230 miles

o/s/r tyre crack in side wall not showing cord

Pass 25 Aug 2011 23,349 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 21,009 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 17,885 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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VU56 PVV is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 PVV, 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

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What year was VU56 PVV registered?

VU56 PVV is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is VU56 PVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU56 PVV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU56 PVV have outstanding finance?

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