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LM12 LFL

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,506 mi
Last recorded99,506 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 LFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 99,506 miles

Front Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S + O/S (D bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 95,410 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 88,343 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 81,427 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 70,005 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 66,365 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 57,374 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 50,113 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 42,717 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 36,095 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 31,484 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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LM12 LFL is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LM12 LFL, 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 LM12 LFL registered?

LM12 LFL is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is LM12 LFL safe to buy?

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