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FJ09 EFC

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,455 mi
Last recorded45,455 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ09 EFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 45,455 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 41,889 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 41,280 miles

surface corrosion all suspension components

Pass 6 Feb 2023 40,698 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 39,671 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 39,665 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 38,372 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 36,955 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 34,729 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 32,852 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 28,612 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 24,593 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2015 22,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 17,572 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 17,572 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 14,097 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 10,501 miles

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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 EFC is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 FJ09 EFC, 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 EFC registered?

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

Is FJ09 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ09 EFC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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