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P265 UEW

1997 Volkswagen Jetta

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

90,007 mi
Last recorded90,007 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Jetta108,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 UEW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Mar 2009 90,007 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Heavy water leak from engine around thermostat area.

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 84,929 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 84,917 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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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P265 UEW is a 1997 Volkswagen Jetta in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Jetta models, the average MOT pass rate is 54.7% with a typical mileage of 108,377 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 P265 UEW, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Jetta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P265 UEW registered?

P265 UEW is a 1997 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P265 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P265 UEW shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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