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LM62 DTN

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Brown Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

272,925 mi
Last recorded272,925 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 DTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 272,925 miles

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

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Fail 5 Nov 2024 272,922 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2022 255,192 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 220,830 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 220,787 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 190,166 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 144,341 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 144,314 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 96,000 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 72,093 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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LM62 DTN is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Brown with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LM62 DTN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM62 DTN registered?

LM62 DTN is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is LM62 DTN safe to buy?

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