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KU62 WZE

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

121,764 mi
Last recorded121,764 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 WZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 121,764 miles

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 15 May 2026 121,692 miles

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2025 117,833 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2025 117,769 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2024 113,610 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Underside Corroded But Not Excessive

Pass 23 Mar 2023 110,724 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 94,168 miles

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

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2022 94,160 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2021 69,130 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 69,130 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 65,588 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 56,516 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 44,044 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 38,597 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Aug 2017 38,597 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 32,078 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 25,412 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 WZE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 WZE, 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 WZE registered?

KU62 WZE is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 17 September 2012.

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