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FT61 KUP

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,263 mi
Last recorded66,263 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 KUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 66,263 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 63,700 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 61,282 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 58,687 miles

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

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

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

Fail 13 Dec 2022 58,649 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 55,628 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 53,299 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Dec 2019 50,809 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 50,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 47,655 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 47,655 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 43,274 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 40,199 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 35,260 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 27,911 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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FT61 KUP is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver 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 FT61 KUP, 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 FT61 KUP registered?

FT61 KUP is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is FT61 KUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 KUP 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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