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EJ12 JWX

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,240 mi
Last recorded143,240 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 JWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 143,240 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 142,425 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 142,351 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 132,936 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 88,044 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 83,920 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 67,763 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (3.5.1i)

has a slight bind nearside rear

Pass 15 May 2015 56,241 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pad warning wiring damaged

Fail 15 May 2015 56,241 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pad warning wiring damaged

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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EJ12 JWX is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EJ12 JWX, 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 EJ12 JWX registered?

EJ12 JWX is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is EJ12 JWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ12 JWX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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