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AJ12 YCS

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

203,053 mi
Last recorded203,053 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 YCS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2021 203,053 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 203,053 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 174,065 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 147,811 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 144,208 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 129,439 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 113,691 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 90,161 miles

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

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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AJ12 YCS is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 75,095 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 AJ12 YCS, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ12 YCS registered?

AJ12 YCS is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 July 2012.

Is AJ12 YCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 YCS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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