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GK59 VZB

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

145,211 mi
Last recorded145,211 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 VZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 145,211 miles

rear suspension arms corroded-all tyres worn low-

Pass 23 Apr 2025 143,321 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 141,551 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 141,550 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 128,054 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 118,936 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 101,492 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2021 101,492 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 98,483 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 93,327 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 86,291 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 78,877 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 78,877 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 72,681 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 65,892 miles

NSR SUSPENSION BUMP STOP BROKEN

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Jul 2014 58,723 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 58,723 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 50,349 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 42,472 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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GK59 VZB is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GK59 VZB, 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 GK59 VZB registered?

GK59 VZB is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 September 2009.

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