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BK12 ZTX

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

107,831 mi
Last recorded107,831 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 ZTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 107,831 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner coil spring mount bushes worn

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertray fitted restricting inspection

Pass 19 Sep 2024 103,259 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 98,014 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 93,283 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 93,214 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2021 86,415 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 86,415 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 75,903 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 61,872 miles

engine covers and under trays restricting full inspection

Pass 14 Mar 2018 55,041 miles

engine covers and under trays restricting full inspection

no emission printout,reading to low

Pass 16 Mar 2017 45,853 miles

engine covers and over sills restricting full inspection

Pass 15 Mar 2016 357,772 miles

engine covers and under trays restricting full inspection

Pass 17 Mar 2015 26,072 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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BK12 ZTX is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BK12 ZTX, 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 BK12 ZTX?

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What year was BK12 ZTX registered?

BK12 ZTX is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is BK12 ZTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 ZTX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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