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SO61 EVR

2012 Volkswagen Jetta

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,372 mi
Last recorded83,372 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Jetta75,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO61 EVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelJetta
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 83,372 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 77,949 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 71,752 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 71,752 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 69,639 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 67,938 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 65,573 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 64,017 miles

All brake discs have some surface corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2019 61,320 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 53,661 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 46,049 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 36,912 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish in between tread

Fail 19 Jan 2016 36,912 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to perish in between tread

Pass 26 Jan 2015 25,950 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wipers slightly smeering

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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SO61 EVR is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 SO61 EVR, 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 SO61 EVR?

You can check the full history of SO61 EVR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SO61 EVR registered?

SO61 EVR is a 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is SO61 EVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO61 EVR shows 14 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 SO61 EVR have outstanding finance?

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