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BF12 UXC

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

225,544 mi
Last recorded225,544 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF12 UXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 225,544 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2026 225,543 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 211,843 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 211,841 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn BOTH REAR DROP LINKS WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SLEEVE SNAPPED (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn DROP LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp not working BOTH FRONT SIDE LIGHTS (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 195,899 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 181,415 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front front bumper backing / support bar corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Mar 2023 180,587 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front front bumper backing / support bar corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 161,856 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 161,856 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to split (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to split (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 145,226 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 137,346 miles

Rear seat belts not checked, child seats fitted.

Fail 6 Mar 2020 137,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear seat belts not checked, child seats fitted.

Pass 22 Feb 2019 123,358 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 123,358 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 108,060 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 93,450 miles

Rear tyre outer sidewalls cracked

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded in its seating

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Offside Rear shocker bump stop perished

Pass 8 Feb 2016 74,156 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 56,753 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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 UXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 BF12 UXC, 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 BF12 UXC registered?

BF12 UXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 6 March 2012.

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