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ET12 KFU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,857 mi
Last recorded75,857 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET12 KFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 75,857 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2025 75,711 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2025 75,711 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 75,363 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 74,703 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 74,440 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 71,622 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 69,837 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 67,764 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 66,307 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2018 62,639 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 56,867 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 39,538 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 17,864 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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ET12 KFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ET12 KFU, 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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What year was ET12 KFU registered?

ET12 KFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is ET12 KFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET12 KFU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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