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YT56 TFK

2006 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

57,387 mi
Last recorded57,387 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta89,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT56 TFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 57,387 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 56,063 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 53,895 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 51,817 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 49,713 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 47,786 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 45,023 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 45,023 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 41,435 miles

Both rear tyres have age cracking, dated 2006

Front brake pads approx. 4mm

Fail 3 Oct 2018 41,414 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread worn through to inner ply layer (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres have age cracking, dated 2006

Front brake pads approx. 4mm

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear brake pads approx. 4mm

Rear brakes starting to bind

Pass 29 Sep 2017 38,124 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 38,124 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 34,850 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 31,478 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 28,554 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 25,015 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,878 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 21 Sep 2011 18,213 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 14,156 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 10,788 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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YT56 TFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YT56 TFK, 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 YT56 TFK?

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What year was YT56 TFK registered?

YT56 TFK is a 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is YT56 TFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT56 TFK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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