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RJ61 ZWP

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

182,075 mi
Last recorded182,075 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ61 ZWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 182,075 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2026 182,130 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 166,140 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2024 165,679 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 152,326 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 152,017 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 138,805 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 138,393 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 128,815 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 128,670 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 108,511 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 102,689 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 91,426 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 71,810 miles

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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 ZWP is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RJ61 ZWP, 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

How do I check the history of RJ61 ZWP?

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What year was RJ61 ZWP registered?

RJ61 ZWP is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 13 January 2012.

Is RJ61 ZWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ61 ZWP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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