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MT09 VLF

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

183,309 mi
Last recorded183,309 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT09 VLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 183,309 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 173,398 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 157,604 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 140,799 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 129,741 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 116,518 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Jun 2019 107,196 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 3 Jun 2019 107,196 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 May 2018 98,729 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside offside and wearing unevenly inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 85,458 miles

Rear nearside offside shock absorber bump stops perished and split

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2016 73,678 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear shocker absorber bump stop perished and split

Pass 29 May 2015 61,864 miles

nearside rear shock absorber bump stop perished and split

Pass 10 Jun 2014 53,307 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear tyres becoming perished

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2013 45,320 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 34,182 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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MT09 VLF is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 76,271 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 MT09 VLF, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MT09 VLF registered?

MT09 VLF is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 9 July 2009.

Is MT09 VLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT09 VLF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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