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GJ09 LMU

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,435 mi
Last recorded68,435 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 LMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2020 68,435 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2020 68,428 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 54,685 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 47,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 41,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 37,147 miles

osf wiper slightly slit

Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,517 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 30,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 7 May 2014 30,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 May 2013 28,350 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Mar 2012 24,008 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 24,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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GJ09 LMU is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 76,271 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 GJ09 LMU, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GJ09 LMU registered?

GJ09 LMU is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is GJ09 LMU safe to buy?

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