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LG62 OEJ

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

105,510 mi
Last recorded105,510 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 OEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 105,510 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 95,356 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated SPLIT (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 95,356 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated SPLIT (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 87,008 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2022 78,391 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LSA BACK BUSH SPLIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2022 78,391 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LSA BACK BUSH SPLIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working TAIL (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 70,130 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 62,280 miles

engine cover/under covers fitted

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 21 Sep 2020 62,233 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2019 54,069 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 46,052 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 37,832 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 37,832 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 29,664 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 23,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2015 23,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LG62 OEJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LG62 OEJ, 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 LG62 OEJ registered?

LG62 OEJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 10 September 2012.

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