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PX12 XUP

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

85,239 mi
Last recorded85,239 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX12 XUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 85,239 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2025 83,469 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 79,151 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 75,592 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2022 71,565 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 62,761 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 57,749 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 53,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 51,073 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 51,061 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 40,347 miles

Offside Rear tyre just in legal limit

Pass 1 Feb 2017 38,259 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 31,340 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 31,236 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 31,236 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 26,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 26,066 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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PX12 XUP is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 PX12 XUP, 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 PX12 XUP registered?

PX12 XUP is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is PX12 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX12 XUP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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