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SL59 RGZ

2009 Volkswagen Jetta

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

186,065 mi
Last recorded186,065 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta76,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 RGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 186,065 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 173,200 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2024 173,143 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 160,201 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 144,873 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 114,342 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 97,332 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 78,664 miles

Offside Front slight roughness felt through spring when rotated but very minimal, possibly wheel bearing starting to wear out

Pass 27 Sep 2016 63,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 49,883 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 36,806 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Sep 2013 25,250 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 25,250 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 19,525 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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SL59 RGZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SL59 RGZ, 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 RGZ registered?

SL59 RGZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is SL59 RGZ safe to buy?

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