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FH09 EXP

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,015 mi
Last recorded151,015 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 EXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 151,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2025 139,478 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Feb 2024 124,916 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 124,911 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 122,129 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2023 122,129 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 116,195 miles

Nearside Front Upper anti roll bar linkage gaiter deteriorated

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2022 116,195 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper anti roll bar linkage gaiter deteriorated

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 110,134 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 110,134 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 104,524 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 98,943 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 88,344 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 80,156 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 11 Jul 2017 80,151 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2016 73,311 miles

Front Plastic Exhaust Mounting Cracked.

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Outer (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre Feathered.

Offside Rear Tyre Sidewall Slightly Perished,Feathered & Nail In Tread.(205/55/16 primacy.

Pass 29 Jul 2015 64,503 miles

Fuel cooler able to move within fixings but still secure

Pass 16 Jul 2014 53,350 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 41,044 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 37,885 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 37,885 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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FH09 EXP is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 76,271 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 FH09 EXP, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FH09 EXP registered?

FH09 EXP is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is FH09 EXP safe to buy?

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