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FR12 FFM

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,526 mi
Last recorded99,526 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 FFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 99,526 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 95,283 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rev limiter fitted. No recordable level of smoke/gas emitted from vehicle exhaust, No print out was able to be issued

Pass 1 Feb 2024 89,922 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 84,370 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 84,366 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2022 77,839 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 70,445 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 66,172 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 57,475 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 53,364 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 53,364 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2017 46,980 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 40,125 miles

No emissions printout (too clean)

Pass 13 May 2015 30,133 miles

No emissions printout (too clean)

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 FFM is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FFM, 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 FFM registered?

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

Is FR12 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 FFM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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