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FJ09 EAW

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

172,116 mi
Last recorded172,116 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 EAW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2022 172,116 miles

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

h/brake efficiency only just met

nearside front outer cv gaiter slightly deteriorated

offside h/brake low efficiency

Pass 23 Feb 2021 163,290 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 157,524 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 143,549 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEX PIPE. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE CANT SEE ANY CORDS OR PLY.

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 26 Feb 2019 143,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEX PIPE. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Spare tyre defective ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Mar 2018 137,398 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 124,895 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 109,834 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 109,815 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 93,140 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 78,325 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Mar 2013 63,242 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 47,141 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FJ09 EAW is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FJ09 EAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ09 EAW registered?

FJ09 EAW is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is FJ09 EAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ09 EAW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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