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FR12 FEU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,489 mi
Last recorded87,489 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 FEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 87,489 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2024 82,574 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 75,095 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2022 68,920 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 May 2021 50,260 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 44,886 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 38,931 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 35,809 miles

Engine cover and under tray obstructing view of some components

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 30,862 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 25,040 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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FR12 FEU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FR12 FEU, 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 FR12 FEU registered?

FR12 FEU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is FR12 FEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 FEU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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