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FT62 TNE

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,042 mi
Last recorded87,042 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT62 TNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 87,042 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2021 87,041 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2020 63,361 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 44,588 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 44,110 miles

Nearside and offside front suspension lower arm corroded.

Fail 6 Jun 2019 44,110 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside and offside front suspension lower arm corroded.

Noise from nearside rear brake.

Pass 27 Apr 2018 42,082 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2017 39,314 miles

Front tyres wearing on inside of tread

Fail 28 Apr 2017 39,312 miles

Fuel system component leaking at fuel filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouling on strut (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front tyres wearing on inside of tread

Pass 27 Apr 2016 34,338 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 30,581 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 30,579 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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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FT62 TNE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FT62 TNE, 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 FT62 TNE registered?

FT62 TNE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is FT62 TNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT62 TNE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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