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BF12 RMU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,640 mi
Last recorded88,640 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 RMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2025 88,640 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 85,495 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 82,210 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 77,896 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 72,195 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 63,758 miles

stepping on nearside and offside rear tyres on inside edge

Pass 16 Jul 2019 55,141 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 45,223 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 43,377 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 37,167 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 Feb 2016 30,782 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2015 23,324 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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BF12 RMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BF12 RMU, 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

How do I check the history of BF12 RMU?

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What year was BF12 RMU registered?

BF12 RMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BF12 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF12 RMU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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