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FT12 NZB

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

241,062 mi
Last recorded241,062 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 NZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 241,062 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 234,500 miles

Nearside Rear tyre over 10yrs old

Offside Rear brake caliper damp

both front tyres over 20yrs old

Fail 13 Oct 2022 234,471 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear tyre over 10yrs old

Offside Rear brake caliper damp

both front tyres over 20yrs old

Pass 12 Oct 2021 216,657 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 216,527 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre close to 10yrs old

Pass 20 Apr 2021 201,260 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 201,238 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 199,896 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 199,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 178,982 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 156,436 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 130,156 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 129,850 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 128,762 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 117,858 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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FT12 NZB is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 NZB, 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 NZB registered?

FT12 NZB is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is FT12 NZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 NZB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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