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DE62 TWJ

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

106,744 mi
Last recorded106,744 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE62 TWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 106,744 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2026 106,744 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 97,692 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 88,657 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 88,620 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2023 85,089 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 76,366 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 76,366 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 67,285 miles

Emisions to low to read

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2021 67,285 miles

Emisions to low to read

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

Registration plate incorrect both (0.1 (c))

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

Pass 19 May 2020 60,847 miles

t.p.s light on

Fail 19 May 2020 60,847 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

t.p.s light on

Pass 29 Apr 2019 53,743 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 44,431 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 35,634 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 26,133 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 26,133 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 25,586 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 25,583 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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DE62 TWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DE62 TWJ, 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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DE62 TWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 October 2012.

Is DE62 TWJ safe to buy?

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