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GL12 DBZ

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

180,228 mi
Last recorded180,228 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 DBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 180,228 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 180,050 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 159,558 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 159,558 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 151,425 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 151,425 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 148,087 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil x2 (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 139,089 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 131,957 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 114,265 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 94,371 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 68,104 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 14,153 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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GL12 DBZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 GL12 DBZ, 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 GL12 DBZ registered?

GL12 DBZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is GL12 DBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 DBZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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