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FV62 FSL

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

106,755 mi
Last recorded106,755 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 FSL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 106,755 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn edges

Offside Rear tyre worn edges

Fail 29 Jul 2019 106,755 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn edges

Offside Rear tyre worn edges

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 90,730 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring items

Fail 27 Sep 2018 90,275 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring items

Pass 3 Oct 2017 67,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 67,664 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working side repeater in mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working headlight (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front N/S/R door damaged

Nearside Front door damaged

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge and both front 3mm

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Pass 27 Sep 2016 40,143 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 29,836 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 FSL is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FV62 FSL, 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

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What year was FV62 FSL registered?

FV62 FSL is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 October 2012.

Is FV62 FSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 FSL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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