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FP09 XLG

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,489 mi
Last recorded76,489 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 XLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 76,489 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 76,489 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 72,160 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 72,160 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 67,133 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 62,956 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 59,365 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 54,833 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 51,799 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 46,007 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 46,007 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 41,344 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 41,344 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 May 2017 38,080 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 33,235 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a slight bulge in the sidewall

Fail 19 May 2016 33,235 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre has a slight bulge in the sidewall

Pass 13 May 2015 27,071 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 22,673 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 17,705 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 13,915 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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FP09 XLG is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FP09 XLG, 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 FP09 XLG registered?

FP09 XLG is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is FP09 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 XLG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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