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FV62 DDL

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

69,309 mi
Last recorded69,309 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 DDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 69,309 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2025 68,084 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 64,470 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 59,780 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 55,425 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 55,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 50,467 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 44,181 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Repairable ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 38,449 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 38,449 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure bolts missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 32,501 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 26,660 miles

n/s/f tyre side wall damaged

Pass 20 Oct 2015 20,659 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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FV62 DDL is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FV62 DDL, 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 FV62 DDL registered?

FV62 DDL is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is FV62 DDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 DDL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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