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KU62 KAE

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

202,343 mi
Last recorded202,343 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 KAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 202,343 miles

nsr anti roll bar link slight play-osf cv boot perished-osf balljolint slight play-osf track rod end slight play-exhaust flexi minor leak-both front wishbone rear bushes slightly perished-

rear coil springs corroded-rear axle corroded-

Fail 9 Dec 2025 202,343 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

nsr anti roll bar link slight play-osf cv boot perished-osf balljolint slight play-osf track rod end slight play-exhaust flexi minor leak-both front wishbone rear bushes slightly perished-

rear coil springs corroded-rear axle corroded-

Pass 14 Dec 2024 177,099 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 152,094 miles

o s f tyre inner edge worn low-front brake discs corroded/worn-o s f cv boot perished-

Pass 19 Nov 2022 141,422 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 128,087 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 128,087 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 112,725 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 98,702 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 84,718 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 68,924 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 51,708 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 33,819 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 33,819 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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KU62 KAE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KU62 KAE, 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 KU62 KAE registered?

KU62 KAE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is KU62 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU62 KAE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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