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FY62 SVG

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,625 mi
Last recorded111,625 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 SVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 111,625 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 89,049 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 75,402 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 75,402 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre out of shape

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 74,950 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 70,247 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 64,225 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 56,343 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rears cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 48,183 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 48,183 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 44,649 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 34,432 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 SVG is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey 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 SVG, 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 SVG registered?

FY62 SVG is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is FY62 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 SVG 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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