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MJ12 MRU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

120,825 mi
Last recorded120,825 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 MRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 120,825 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 120,825 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 82,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Too clean to register smoke test result

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Jul 2015 81,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Too clean to register smoke test result

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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MJ12 MRU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MJ12 MRU, 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 MJ12 MRU registered?

MJ12 MRU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is MJ12 MRU safe to buy?

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