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K5 TWE

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,459 mi
Last recorded100,459 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK5 TWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 100,459 miles

Both rear tyres uneven wear inner edge

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufacturers under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle under sealed

Fail 29 Jun 2026 100,459 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle under sealed

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Both rear tyres uneven wear inner edge

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Manufacturers under trays fitted

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 93,377 miles

Exhaust joint wear,

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Manufacture covering not allowing inspection.

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 87,676 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 80,457 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 74,126 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 66,560 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 59,773 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 52,717 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 46,208 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 38,512 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 31,496 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 24,689 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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K5 TWE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 K5 TWE, 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 K5 TWE registered?

K5 TWE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 18 September 2012.

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