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FT12 MKV

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,870 mi
Last recorded97,870 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 MKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 97,870 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 81,281 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 81,281 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 66,014 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 66,003 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 16 Jan 2017 53,357 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 42,822 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 42,082 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 31,765 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 31,765 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

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

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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FT12 MKV is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 FT12 MKV, 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 FT12 MKV registered?

FT12 MKV is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 May 2012.

Is FT12 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 MKV shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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