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RV12 JVU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

166,667 mi
Last recorded166,667 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 JVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2023 166,667 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2023 165,999 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 151,308 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 129,687 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 109,564 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 97,683 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 66,813 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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RV12 JVU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 RV12 JVU, 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 RV12 JVU?

You can check the full history of RV12 JVU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RV12 JVU registered?

RV12 JVU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is RV12 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 JVU shows 7 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.

Does RV12 JVU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RV12 JVU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

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