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JJ12 MJJ

2017 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

119,745 mi
Last recorded119,745 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Jetta43,204 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJ12 MJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 119,745 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 101,809 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 25 Nov 2024 101,334 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 77,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 1 Nov 2023 77,896 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 59,367 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 43,934 miles

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

Rear tyres both sides slightly wearing inner edges

Fail 24 Nov 2021 43,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged inner edges worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear tyres both sides slightly wearing inner edges

Pass 25 Nov 2020 34,262 miles
Pass 22 May 2020

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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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JJ12 MJJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 43,204 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 JJ12 MJJ, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JJ12 MJJ registered?

JJ12 MJJ is a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 May 2017.

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