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FY12 TUJ

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

116,635 mi
Last recorded116,635 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 TUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2026 116,635 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2024 113,000 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 90,000 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 76,580 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 76,534 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 65,442 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 55,765 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 44,437 miles

vehicle fitted with engine cover/ undertray

Pass 30 Jan 2016 31,383 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2015 30,472 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 30,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FY12 TUJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FY12 TUJ, 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

How do I check the history of FY12 TUJ?

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What year was FY12 TUJ registered?

FY12 TUJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FY12 TUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 TUJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY12 TUJ have outstanding finance?

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