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KU62 KMO

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,250 mi
Last recorded144,250 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 KMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 144,250 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2025 142,246 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 132,157 miles

Nearside Front Outer Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Sep 2023 120,632 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 120,632 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 113,275 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 102,316 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 102,316 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 90,821 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 82,900 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 69,676 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 57,759 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 44,744 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 32,943 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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KU62 KMO is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black 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 KMO, 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 KU62 KMO registered?

KU62 KMO is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is KU62 KMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU62 KMO 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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