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DS61 DNN

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,708 mi
Last recorded65,708 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 DNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 65,708 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 48,507 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 45,781 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 43,342 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 41,136 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 39,167 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 37,498 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 37,483 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 34,172 miles

rear tyre wall`s perished

Pass 5 Dec 2017 31,111 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 27,962 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 23,123 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 17,447 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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DS61 DNN is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DS61 DNN, 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 DS61 DNN registered?

DS61 DNN is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is DS61 DNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 DNN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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