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RJ61 ZHD

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,533 mi
Last recorded135,533 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ61 ZHD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 135,533 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 134,169 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2025 129,172 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 119,898 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 103,102 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 98,320 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 88,656 miles

engine covers fitted preventing thorough inspection of vehicle components

undertrays fitted preventing thorough inspection of under vehicle components

Pass 12 Nov 2020 80,600 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine components

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2019 76,109 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 70,689 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 63,916 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 54,759 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 45,812 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 38,948 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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RJ61 ZHD is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RJ61 ZHD, 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 RJ61 ZHD registered?

RJ61 ZHD is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is RJ61 ZHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ61 ZHD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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