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FG12 GZW

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,316 mi
Last recorded94,316 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 GZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 94,316 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 91,659 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 89,253 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 86,108 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 82,673 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 76,271 miles

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Fail 21 Sep 2021 76,271 miles

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

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 14 Sep 2020 68,586 miles

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 23 Sep 2019 63,839 miles

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 29 Oct 2018 58,757 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 58,740 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 51,204 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 42,039 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 31,493 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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FG12 GZW is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey 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 FG12 GZW, 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 FG12 GZW registered?

FG12 GZW is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is FG12 GZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 GZW 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.

Does FG12 GZW have outstanding finance?

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