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DEZ 26

1984 Volkswagen Jetta

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,738 mi
Last recorded77,738 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta91,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEZ 26
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 77,738 miles

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill surface corrosion/pitted (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 10 Dec 2025 77,738 miles

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

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill surface corrosion/pitted (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 28 Sep 2023 77,737 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2023 77,737 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure rubber mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 77,737 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 77,736 miles

Front Emissions not tested water leek (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 77,712 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 77,712 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2011 118,417 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 60,363 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

lowered suspension fitted all round/very close to bump stops

wide tyres fitted /very close to arches

Pass 2 Mar 2009 110,447 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all wheels tick out slightly - tyres slightly stretch to fit wheels - air horns fitted - oil breather pipe perished - vehicle lowered - oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2008 103,162 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

rear tyre slightly stretched

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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DEZ 26 is a 1984 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 91,938 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 DEZ 26, 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 42 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DEZ 26?

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What year was DEZ 26 registered?

DEZ 26 is a 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is DEZ 26 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEZ 26 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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