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SK12 GUU

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

149,779 mi
Last recorded149,779 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 GUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 149,779 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 149,765 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023
Pass 16 Jul 2022 123,084 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 95,064 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 54,409 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 54,359 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,938 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 34,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 19 Jun 2015 28,980 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jun 2015 28,958 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SK12 GUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SK12 GUU, 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

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What year was SK12 GUU registered?

SK12 GUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SK12 GUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK12 GUU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SK12 GUU have outstanding finance?

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