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YR56 GCF

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,077 mi
Last recorded172,077 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 GCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 172,077 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 158,243 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 144,570 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

both rear tyre inner edge stepped

offside front disc inner face outer edge slightly corroded

Fail 29 Sep 2016 144,560 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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

both rear tyre inner edge stepped

offside front disc inner face outer edge slightly corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2015 130,737 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 117,809 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 103,918 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 89,917 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 75,412 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 59,468 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 20 Sep 2010 59,468 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 42,807 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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YR56 GCF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR56 GCF, 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 YR56 GCF registered?

YR56 GCF is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 14 September 2006.

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