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FY62 OBR

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,457 mi
Last recorded128,457 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 OBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2025 128,457 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 114,768 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 97,719 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 85,774 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 79,493 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 71,089 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 71,088 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn [wishbone rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn [wishbone rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 61,948 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 61,947 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 53,258 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 44,331 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 35,941 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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FY62 OBR is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FY62 OBR, 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 FY62 OBR registered?

FY62 OBR is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is FY62 OBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 OBR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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