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LC12 ULM

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

180,167 mi
Last recorded180,167 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 ULM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2024 180,167 miles

Rear Both side inner sills are corroded but not significantly reduced

Fail 1 Mar 2024 180,167 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Both side inner sills are corroded but not significantly reduced

Pass 12 Aug 2016 30,367 miles

Nearside headlight bracket broken, headlight secure.

Windscreen wipers smearing

Fail 12 Aug 2016 30,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside headlight bracket broken, headlight secure.

Windscreen wipers smearing

Pass 14 Aug 2015 25,524 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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LC12 ULM is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LC12 ULM, 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 LC12 ULM registered?

LC12 ULM is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is LC12 ULM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 ULM shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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