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J15 GNM

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,100 mi
Last recorded97,100 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ15 GNM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 97,100 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 30 Jun 2023 82,373 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 82,373 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 63,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 51,290 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 43,068 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2019 38,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 36,466 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 30,247 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 26,064 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 19,644 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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J15 GNM is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 J15 GNM, 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.

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What year was J15 GNM registered?

J15 GNM is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is J15 GNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J15 GNM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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