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WU56 VNJ

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,323 mi
Last recorded29,323 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 VNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 29,323 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 29,113 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 28,740 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 28,740 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 27,630 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 26,480 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 25,205 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 25,205 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 23,550 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 20,589 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Slight bulge outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Aug 2019 20,589 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Slight bulge outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 19,798 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 18,664 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 15,209 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 11,966 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 9,927 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,116 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 7,579 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 6,371 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 4,928 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 4,020 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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WU56 VNJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WU56 VNJ, 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 WU56 VNJ registered?

WU56 VNJ is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is WU56 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU56 VNJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU56 VNJ have outstanding finance?

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