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FT61 XYK

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

162,753 mi
Last recorded162,753 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 XYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 162,753 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine covers fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2026 162,752 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn nsf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nsf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2025 158,828 miles

chip in windscreen

engine covers fitted

osf tyre wearing on edges

Fail 3 Jul 2025 158,826 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nsf rack gaitor insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

chip in windscreen

engine covers fitted

osf tyre wearing on edges

Pass 3 Jul 2024 155,293 miles

engine covers fitted

nsf bottom arm rear bush deteriroating

Fail 24 Jun 2024 155,288 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

engine covers fitted

nsf bottom arm rear bush deteriroating

Pass 20 Jun 2023 151,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 142,539 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 117,934 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 117,934 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2021 107,168 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Feb 2021 107,168 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both sides (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Feb 2020 89,170 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 68,670 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 59,967 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 59,968 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 55,024 miles

Nearside Front nsf tyre slightly worn on edges

Offside Front osf tyre slightly worn on edges

slight oil leak from front of vehicle

Pass 2 Feb 2016 49,514 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 43,202 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 XYK is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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

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