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MK12 MSO

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

164,118 mi
Last recorded164,118 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 MSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 164,118 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 152,790 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 152,762 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 138,616 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 138,582 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 138,525 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 128,735 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 128,552 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 128,480 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 116,069 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 115,660 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 108,987 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017
Pass 2 Mar 2015 60,253 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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MK12 MSO is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MK12 MSO, 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 MK12 MSO registered?

MK12 MSO is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is MK12 MSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 MSO shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK12 MSO have outstanding finance?

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