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FT61 XPX

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,825 mi
Last recorded99,825 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 XPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 99,825 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 97,570 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 97,570 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 92,688 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 89,529 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 81,819 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 75,827 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 70,418 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 60,100 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 49,705 miles

Front brake pads worn close to limit, rear brakes noisy/squealing.

ZERO SMOKE

Pass 2 Nov 2016 42,008 miles

Zero smoke.

Pass 5 Oct 2015 31,558 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 23,005 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 XPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 XPX, 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

How do I check the history of FT61 XPX?

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What year was FT61 XPX registered?

FT61 XPX is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 February 2012.

Is FT61 XPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 XPX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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