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BD12 VKT

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

255,237 mi
Last recorded255,237 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 VKT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 255,237 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 254,103 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 218,888 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 213,909 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 194,627 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2019 121,889 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 108,981 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 83,656 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 83,279 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 58,202 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)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 58,202 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 27 May 2015 40,453 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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BD12 VKT is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD12 VKT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD12 VKT registered?

BD12 VKT is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is BD12 VKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 VKT shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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