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FT61 XYB

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

162,783 mi
Last recorded162,783 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 XYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 162,783 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 141,952 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 141,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger's seat insecure rear seat cushion (squab) not attached (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2017 98,272 miles

engine and under floor covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 19 Sep 2016 58,516 miles

engine and underfloor covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 17 May 2016 51,141 miles

item removed from view prior to test

Fail 17 May 2016 51,141 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

item removed from view prior to test

Pass 16 Jul 2015 41,091 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2015 41,091 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 36,618 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 36,462 miles

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

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

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 XYB is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FT61 XYB, 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.

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What year was FT61 XYB registered?

FT61 XYB is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is FT61 XYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 XYB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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