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SL59 MKJ

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

183,899 mi
Last recorded183,899 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 MKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Nov 2021 183,899 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Dec 2020 173,320 miles

Corrosion to rear subframe and suspension components

Pass 7 Dec 2019 159,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 140,240 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge early replacement advised (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 125,976 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear bump stop rubber burst

Offside Front drop link slight play not excssive

Offside Front tyre worn inner band

Offside Rear brake has slight bind

Offside Rear light unit damage

Offside Rear tyre starting to wear inner band

Pass 28 Oct 2016 113,559 miles

oil level low

Pass 18 Sep 2015 97,744 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 82,944 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 70,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Sep 2013 70,939 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2012 56,278 miles

no clear view of front inner brake pad condition

Fail 27 Sep 2012 56,278 miles

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

no clear view of front inner brake pad condition

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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SL59 MKJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SL59 MKJ, 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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What year was SL59 MKJ registered?

SL59 MKJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is SL59 MKJ safe to buy?

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