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FY12 YJC

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

113,341 mi
Last recorded113,341 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 YJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 113,341 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 112,420 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 111,258 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 110,467 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 109,574 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 108,862 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 107,961 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 97,329 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 80,166 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 63,857 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 45,993 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 39,573 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 39,424 miles

Offside Rear nail in tread

Fail 3 Dec 2015 39,424 miles

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

Offside Rear nail in tread

Pass 28 Mar 2015 31,175 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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FY12 YJC is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FY12 YJC, 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 YJC?

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What year was FY12 YJC registered?

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

Is FY12 YJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 YJC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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