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RK59 TGN

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

214,341 mi
Last recorded214,341 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK59 TGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 214,341 miles

n/s/f tyre side wall cut

Pass 2 Sep 2015 168,676 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 168,673 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 131,563 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2014 131,475 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 88,416 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 67,346 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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RK59 TGN is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 RK59 TGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK59 TGN registered?

RK59 TGN is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is RK59 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK59 TGN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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