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RO59 LKU

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

108,587 mi
Last recorded108,587 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 LKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 108,587 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside front to rear, inner and outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear suspension components suspension arm's, coil spring and subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 101,187 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear suspension components and subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot deteriorated

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2023 101,187 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear suspension components and subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot deteriorated

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 95,272 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 94,723 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 92,026 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 88,944 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 5 Apr 2018 83,829 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 83,829 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 83,192 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 83,192 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

EML on indicating a fault

Pass 19 Apr 2016 72,119 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 72,119 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 62,891 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 52,593 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 52,593 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 42,539 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 36,901 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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RO59 LKU is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RO59 LKU, 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.

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RO59 LKU is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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