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FT12 NZD

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

156,258 mi
Last recorded156,258 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 156,258 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 145,188 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 134,773 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 123,754 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 117,042 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 109,859 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2020 109,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Dec 2019 101,690 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 96,740 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 96,740 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 82,581 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 72,586 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

covers fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2016 61,626 miles

nearside sill damage

Pass 29 Aug 2015 46,463 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 29 Aug 2015 46,463 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nail in n/s/r tyre

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 NZD 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 80%.

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 FT12 NZD, 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 NZD registered?

FT12 NZD is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is FT12 NZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT12 NZD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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