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RO12 YLJ

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,688 mi
Last recorded152,688 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 YLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2025 152,688 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 140,707 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 132,781 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 120,306 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2019 81,342 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 64,773 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 22,960 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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RO12 YLJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RO12 YLJ, 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 RO12 YLJ?

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What year was RO12 YLJ registered?

RO12 YLJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is RO12 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO12 YLJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RO12 YLJ have outstanding finance?

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